Peixe yassa

Ingredientes

• 4 fillet white fish (about 1.5 lbs)
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 2 large onions ( thinly sliced)
• 3 cloves garlic (minced)
• 2 tablespoon dijon mustard
• 1/4 cup lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1 teaspoon bouillon powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt (or to taste)

Modo de preparo

1. 1

   In a large bowl, place the garlic cloves, onions, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, bouillon powder, and salt.

2. 2

   Add the white fish to the bowl, then gently mix together.

3. 3

   Place the bowl in the fridge to marinate for 1 hour.

4. 4

   After marinating, remove the fish from the mixture and scrape off the onions, but don't discard the marinade.

5. 5

   Heat olive oil in a skillet or large Dutch oven over medium-high heat.

6. 6

   Place the fish in the hot oil and fry for 4-5 minutes on both sides until the fish turns beautifully crispy. Turn the fish gently so it does not break.

7. 7

   Gently remove the fish from the pan and set aside. Then, add the onions and pour in the remaining marinade.

8. 8

   Cook the onions on low to medium-low heat for about 5 minutes until they become sweet and caramelized.

9. 9

   Add 1/2 cup of water and scrape up the brown bits from the bottom of the pan.

10. 10

    Bring the mixture to a boil at medium heat and let it simmer for about 5 minutes.

11. 11

    Taste for salt and adjust if needed.

12. 12

    Finally, add the fried fish back to the pan with the sweet caramelized onions.

13. 13

    Let them simmer together on low heat for 5-10 minutes, letting the flavors meld and intensify.

14. 14

    Add a little more water to the sauce if you need to.