Peixe à Escovado

Peixe à Escovado is a delightful Brazilian seafood dish featuring fish fillets seasoned and cooked to perfection, served with a savory and aromatic sauce. This low-carb recipe brings vibrant flavors and is perfect for a healthy meal.

Ingredients

• White fish fillets (such as cod or tilapia) - 300 grams
• Garlic - 4 cloves, minced
• Olive oil - 3 tablespoons
• Lemon juice - 2 tablespoons
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Cayenne pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Cherry tomatoes - 150 grams, halved
• Zucchini - 1 medium, sliced
• Bell pepper - 1 medium, sliced

Steps

1. In a bowl, combine the minced garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper to create a marinade.
2. Add the white fish fillets to the marinade, making sure they are well coated. Let them marinate for 15 minutes.
3. Meanwhile, in a large skillet over medium heat, add the remaining olive oil and sauté the sliced zucchini and bell pepper for about 5 minutes until slightly tender.
4. Add the halved cherry tomatoes to the skillet and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes.
5. Push the vegetables to the side of the skillet and add the marinated fish fillets to the center. Cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side or until the fish flakes easily with a fork.
6. Once cooked, sprinkle the chopped parsley over the dish and serve the fish alongside the sautéed vegetables.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 35 g
• Carbs: 10 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 70 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, supporting muscle growth and repair.
• Rich in omega-3 fatty acids, promoting heart health.

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