How to make Bahamian steam fish 🐠

whole fish

🥗Healthier: filleted fish

💰Cheaper: canned fish

Filleted fish is easier to prepare, while canned fish is budget-friendly.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Coconut oil adds a tropical flavor, while vegetable oil is cost-effective.

scotch bonnet pepper

🥗Healthier: jalapeño

💰Cheaper: bell pepper

Jalapeño offers heat with less intensity, while bell pepper is milder.

lime

🥗Healthier: lemon

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Lemon provides a similar acidity, while vinegar is often less expensive.

Clean and scale the fish, then make diagonal slashes on each side.

Marinate the fish with lime juice, garlic, and salt for at least 30 minutes.

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering.

Add sliced onions, bell peppers, and tomatoes; sauté until soft, about 5 minutes.

Stir in thyme, bay leaves, and black pepper; cook for 2 minutes more.

Place the marinated fish on top of the sautéed vegetables in the skillet.

Add water to the skillet until it reaches halfway up the fish.

Cover the skillet and steam the fish for 15-20 minutes, or until cooked through.

Garnish with chopped green onions and parsley before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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