Pescado con Salsa de Tamarindo
Pescado con Salsa de Tamarindo is a delightful Mexican seafood dish that features tender fish fillets bathed in a tangy and slightly sweet tamarind sauce. This high-protein meal is perfect for a nutritious and flavorful dining experience.

25 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
Mexican
320 kcal
Ingredients
- White fish fillets (such as tilapia or cod) - 300 grams
- Tamarind paste - 2 tablespoons
- Honey - 1 tablespoon
- Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
- Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
- Lime juice - 1 tablespoon
- Chili powder - 1 teaspoon
- Cumin - 1/2 teaspoon
- Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
- Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
- Fresh cilantro (for garnish) - 2 tablespoons, chopped
Steps
- In a small bowl, mix the tamarind paste, honey, minced garlic, lime juice, chili powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper to create the sauce.
- Heat the olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat.
- Season the fish fillets with salt and pepper on both sides.
- Once the oil is hot, add the fish fillets to the skillet and cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until the fish is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
- Pour the tamarind sauce over the cooked fish in the skillet, allowing it to simmer for an additional 2-3 minutes to absorb the flavors.
- Remove from heat, and plate the fish, drizzling any remaining sauce over the top.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.
Nutrition
- Calories: 320
- Protein: 35 g
- Carbs: 22 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Cholesterol: 75 mg
- Total Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Water: 0.15 L
Health Benefits
- High in protein which supports muscle health and repair.
- Rich in omega-3 fatty acids from fish, promoting heart health.
Tags
MexicanHigh ProteinSeafood Dish