Chan Chan Abuelito Recipe
Make Chan Chan Abuelito Recipe in just 40m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Spices and Seasoning
For Cooking
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Vegetables
Chop the red bell pepper, yellow onion, and tomatoes into small dice. Mince the garlic cloves and chop the cilantro roughly.
- 2
Season the Fish
Rub the tilapia fillets with salt, black pepper, cumin powder, and paprika. Allow them to marinate for about 10 minutes.
Cooking
- 3
Sauté the Vegetables
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 4-5 minutes. Add the garlic and sauté for an additional minute.
- 4
Add Peppers and Tomatoes
Add the diced red bell pepper and tomatoes to the skillet. Cook for about 5 minutes until the vegetables soften.
- 5
Cook the Fish
Gently place the seasoned tilapia fillets in the skillet. Pour the vegetable broth over the fillets. Cover and let cook for 8-10 minutes until the fish flakes easily with a fork.
- 6
Garnish
Remove the skillet from heat. Squeeze fresh lime juice over the fish and sprinkle with chopped cilantro before serving.
