#thisorthat Jamaican Food Edition//This or That Food//Jamaican Delicious/Escovitch Fish/Jerk Chicken

whole fish

🥗Healthier: filleted fish

💰Cheaper: frozen fish

Filleted fish is easier to prepare and frozen options are often more affordable.

vinegar

🥗Healthier: apple cider vinegar

💰Cheaper: white vinegar

Apple cider vinegar offers a milder flavor while being widely available.

scotch bonnet pepper

🥗Healthier: jalapeño

💰Cheaper: banana pepper

Jalapeños provide heat with less intensity, while banana peppers are milder and more accessible.

pimento seeds

🥗Healthier: allspice

💰Cheaper: mixed spices

Allspice captures the essence of pimento and is readily available.

Clean and scale the fish, then pat dry with paper towels.

Season the fish with salt, black pepper, and lime juice, then let marinate for 20 minutes.

Dredge the fish in flour, shaking off excess flour.

Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.

Fry the fish for 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.

Remove the fish and drain on paper towels.

In a separate pan, heat a small amount of oil over medium heat.

Add sliced onions, carrots, and bell peppers, and sauté until softened, about 3-4 minutes.

Stir in minced garlic, thyme, and scotch bonnet pepper, cooking for an additional minute.

Pour vinegar and sugar into the pan, and add pimento seeds; stir to combine.

Bring the mixture to a simmer, then remove from heat.

Pour the vegetable mixture over the fried fish, ensuring it's well coated.

Let the fish marinate in the pickling mixture for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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