Huachinango a la Veracruzana
Mexican

Huachinango a la Veracruzana

This iconic dish features a whole red snapper simmered in a vibrant medley of tomatoes, onions, olives, capers, and pickled jalapeños, suffused with the tang of lime and the aromatic embrace of bay leaves.

Medium1.5 hours

Where it comes from

Originating from the coastal state of Veracruz, this dish reflects the rich blend of Spanish and indigenous culinary influences, drawing from the region's abundant seafood and the colonial legacy of Mediterranean ingredients.

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What goes into it

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How it's made

  1. 1

    Rinse and pat dry the red snapper, then score the skin.

  2. 2

    In a pan, heat olive oil and sauté onions and garlic until translucent.

  3. 3

    Add tomatoes, olives, capers, pickled jalapeños, and bay leaves, simmering to create a sauce.

  4. 4

    Nestle the red snapper into the sauce, cover, and cook until the fish is flaky.

  5. 5

    Finish with a squeeze of lime juice and season with salt to taste.

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