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Dominican Fish Braff

Cultural Context

Originating from the Dominican Republic, Fish Braff is a beloved dish that showcases the country's rich maritime heritage. Traditionally, it is prepared with fresh fish and a vibrant sauce made from local vegetables and spices, reflecting the island's tropical flavors. This dish is often enjoyed during family gatherings and celebrations, symbolizing warmth and togetherness. Today, variations can be found in many Caribbean countries, adapting to local tastes and available ingredients.

DominicanDOmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
4 tablespoons clarified butter
1 medium onion
1 lb jack fish
1 lb mahi mahi
2 green bananas
1 lb yellow yam
1 medium christophine
1 tablespoon dashing
1 cup okra
1 tablespoon thyme
2 scallions
1/4 cup green seasoning
2 medium carrots
4 cloves garlic
1 tablespoon seasoned pepper
2 cups water
1 tablespoon Maggie seasoning
1/4 cup lime juice
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon salt

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

whole fish

🥗Healthier: filleted fish

💰Cheaper: canned fish

Canned fish is more affordable and easier to prepare.

lime juice

🥗Healthier: lemon juice

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Vinegar provides acidity at a lower cost.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Vegetable oil is less expensive while still suitable for frying.

bay leaves

💰Cheaper: dried herbs

Dried herbs can provide flavor without the cost of bay leaves.

1

Heat clarified butter in a pot until hot.

2

Add chopped onion and sauté until softened.

3

Add jack fish and mahi mahi to the pot and let fry a bit.

4

Prepare vegetables: cut green bananas, yellow yam, christophine, dashing, and okra into pieces.

5

Add 6 cups of water to the pot and tie fresh thyme to infuse flavor.

6

Add scallions and seasoned pepper to the pot.

7

Add garlic and cover the pot to bring to a boil.

8

Once boiling, add yam, dashing, christophine, and carrots to the pot.

9

Add Maggie seasoning for flavor.

10

Wash and season the fish with lime juice and green seasoning, then add to the pot.

11

Add more water if necessary to cover the fish.

12

Let cook and taste for seasoning, adjusting with salt and lime juice as needed.

Cooking Techniques

marinatingfryingsautéingsimmering

Equipment Needed

large skilletmixing bowlmeasuring spoonsknifecutting board

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️

Dietary

pescatarian

Allergens

fisholive oil

Also Known As

Brafi de Pescado

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