Pescado Recipe
Mesquite Grilled Tilapia Served with Mexican rice and guacamole
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Ingredients
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Pescado (Tilapia)
Mexican Rice
Guacamole
Method
Preparation of Pescado
- 1
Marinate the Fish
In a bowl, mix olive oil, lime juice, garlic powder, chili powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Add the tilapia fillets and coat well. Let marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- 2
Prepare the Grill
Soak the mesquite wood chips in water for at least 30 minutes. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
- 3
Grill the Fish
Place the soaked wood chips in a smoker box or wrap them in foil, then place on the grill. Grill the marinated tilapia for about 4-5 minutes on each side or until cooked through.
Preparation of Mexican Rice
- 4
- 5
Cook the Rice
Add the rice to the saucepan and stir for about 2 minutes. Then add chicken broth, tomato sauce, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Bring to a boil.
- 6
Simmer the Rice
Reduce heat to low, cover the saucepan, and let simmer for 20 minutes or until rice is cooked and liquid is absorbed.
Preparation of Guacamole
- 7
- 8
Mix in Ingredients
Add lime juice, diced tomato, chopped red onion, chopped cilantro, and salt. Mix gently until combined.
- 9
Taste and Adjust
Taste the guacamole and adjust seasoning as needed with more salt or lime juice.
