"Recipe of the Week" Cuban Surf Perch with a Citrus Mojo Sauce

surf perch

🥗Healthier: snapper

💰Cheaper: tilapia

Snapper is a leaner option while tilapia is more budget-friendly.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil offers healthy fats, while canola is more affordable.

jalapeño

🥗Healthier: bell pepper

💰Cheaper: banana pepper

Bell peppers add sweetness without heat, while banana peppers are cost-effective.

cilantro

🥗Healthier: parsley

💰Cheaper: green onions

Parsley provides a similar freshness, while green onions are often less expensive.

Prepare the mojo by combining orange juice, lime juice, minced garlic, yellow onion, fresh oregano, thyme, and olive oil in a bowl.

Season the surf perch with corn flour, salt, and pepper.

Marinate the surf perch in the mojo mixture for a period of time before cooking.

Cooking Techniques

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