Pescado en Achiote (Mexican Fish in Annatto Sauce)

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1

   {'id': 'step_0', 'step': 1, 'text': 'Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).'}

2. 2

   {'id': 'step_1', 'step': 2, 'text': 'Combine ¾ cup water, ¼ onion, achiote paste, juice of 1 orange, juice of 2 limes, vinegar, garlic, 1 teaspoon Mexican oregano, salt, and black pepper in a blender; blend until smooth.'}

3. 3

   {'id': 'step_2', 'step': 3, 'text': 'Season both sides of fish fillets with salt and black pepper; brush tops with melted butter. Place fillets in a baking dish; top with shrimp and cover with achiote sauce. Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil.'}

4. 4

   {'id': 'step_3', 'step': 4, 'text': 'Bake in the preheated oven until fillets flake easily with a fork, about 30 minutes.'}

5. 5

   {'id': 'step_4', 'step': 5, 'text': 'Meanwhile, place 1 sliced red onion and habaneros in a glass bowl. Add 1 cup water, juice of ½ orange, and juice of 1 lime; stir well. Season with 1 teaspoon salt, peppercorns, and 1 teaspoon Mexican oregano.'}

6. 6

   {'id': 'step_5', 'step': 6, 'text': 'Serve fish and shrimp with achiote sauce; top with habanero sauce.'}

📊 Nutrition Facts

Per serving (6 servings total)