Fish in Olive Oil, Lemon, and Cilantro Sauce | James Beard Foundation

Fish in Olive Oil, Lemon, and Cilantro Sauce | James Beard Foundation

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“The inspiration for this dish came from an appetizer I once had at a restaurant by the sea in Akka many years ago: sardines fried in olive oil and plenty of garlic, drizzled with a mixture of...

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Ingredients

  • 1 3/4 pounds firm white fish fillets (see note)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 cup olive oil
  • 10 large cloves garlic, thinly sliced
  • 3 to 4 green chiles, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup (4 fl oz) freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 1 packed cup cilantro leaves, coarsely chopped
  • 1 teaspoon crushed red chile flakes
  • Crusty bread for serving

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