Best 4 Pescado Borracho Drunken Fish Recipes

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Pescado borracho, also known as "Drunken Fish," is a classic Mexican seafood dish that combines the flavors of tangy tomatoes, spicy chilis, and the unique taste of beer. The fish is marinated in a mixture of beer, lime juice, garlic, and spices, then cooked in a flavorful sauce made with tomatoes, onions, and chilis. This traditional Mexican dish is sure to tantalize your taste buds and is perfect for any occasion, whether it's a casual family meal or a special celebration.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

PESCADO BORRACHO (DRUNKEN FISH)



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I made this one just because I got a kick out of the name but it's pretty darned good. It's from the Favorite Brand Names Cookbook.

Provided by pesce_gurl

Categories     Mexican

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 1/2 lbs red snapper fillets
4 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 small onion, chopped
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can whole canned tomatoes, undrained and cut up
1 (1 1/4 ounce) package taco seasoning mix
2 tablespoons diced green chilies
1/2 cup dry red wine

Steps:

  • Dip fish in flour to coat. In large skillet, brown fish in 2 Tbsp oil.
  • In 2-qt. oblong baking dish, place browned fish; set aside.
  • Add remaining 2 Tbsp of oil and onion to skillet; saute onion about 5 minutesor until soft. Add remaining ingredients, except wine. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly; add wine and blend well.
  • Pour tomato mixture over fish. Bake, uncovered, in 400 degree oven for 15-20 minutes or until fish flakes easily with fork.
  • Presentation: Serve each fillet wih sauce; garnish with parsley.

BORRACHO ("DRUNKEN") BEANS



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When I served these to the DH, his response was: "These aren't good, they're GREAT!" I added heat with 1 morita chili (like dried chipotles, only made with smoked red rather than green jalapenos). Got the recipe from a friend who has kinfolk in New Mexico.

Provided by lecole54

Categories     Beans

Time 3h15m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 lbs pinto beans (or rosado, flor de Mayo, pinquito, etc., if you can find them)
3 pieces bacon, diced (use smoky variety)
1 onion, chopped
2 large garlic cloves, minced
1 bunch cilantro
2 teaspoons cumin seeds (or to taste)
1 (15 ounce) can plum tomatoes, diced
1 (12 ounce) bottle beer (Victoria, Tecate, Dos Equis, avoid dark beer or ales as they add too much flavor)
1 morita chili (optional, substitute dried chipotle)

Steps:

  • Soak pinto beans overnight.
  • In a non-reactive stewpot (I use an enameled one, but stainless OK too, or a dutch kettle) cook bacon.
  • When cooked (but not crisp) add onion, garlic, and the finely chopped stems from cilantro; and saute all this until soft.
  • Toast cumin, grind and add. Add tomatoes, including juice, the beans, beer, morita (or chipotle) and enough water to cover. Bring to boil, then simmer over low heat for 2-3 hrs (or at this point cover & put the whole mess in a slow oven or a crock pot), adding water as needed, until beans are tender.
  • In the last 15 min or so of cooking add the chopped cilantro tops and adjust salt to taste at the same time.
  • Like all beans, they taste even better after a day or two & the leftovers freeze well.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 214.5, Fat 2.4, SaturatedFat 0.6, Cholesterol 2, Sodium 33.9, Carbohydrate 35.4, Fiber 11.3, Sugar 2.4, Protein 11.6

PESCADO EN ACHIOTE (MEXICAN FISH IN ANNATTO SAUCE)



Pescado en Achiote (Mexican Fish in Annatto Sauce) image

White fish fillets and shrimp are marinated with achiote, orange juice, lemon, and spices, baked in the oven, and served with habanero sauce and red onion. You can use any white fish fillets. These are typical flavors of Southeast Mexico.

Provided by Chef Gaby Cervello

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 50m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 20

¾ cup water
¼ cup achiote paste
¼ onion
2 limes, juiced
1 orange, juiced
2 tablespoons white vinegar
1 clove garlic, peeled
1 teaspoon oregano
salt and ground black pepper to taste
6 (4 ounce) fillets white fish fillets
½ cup butter, melted
12 ounces uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 red onion, sliced
2 habanero chiles, sliced
1 cup water
½ orange, juiced
1 lime, juiced
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon peppercorns
1 teaspoon dried Mexican oregano

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Combine 3/4 cup water, achiote paste, onion, juice of 2 limes, juice of 1 orange, vinegar, garlic, 1 teaspoon oregano, salt, and pepper in a blender; blend until smooth.
  • Season both sides of the fish fillets with salt and pepper, then brush the top with melted butter. Arrange fish fillets in a baking dish. Add shrimp on top and cover with achiote sauce. Cover baking dish with aluminum foil.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until fish flakes easily with a fork, about 30 minutes.
  • Place red onion and habanero peppers in a glass bowl. Add 1 cup water, juice of 1/2 orange, and juice of 1 lime; stir well and season with salt, peppercorns, and Mexican oregano.
  • Serve fish and shrimp with achiote sauce and top with habanero sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 412.9 calories, Carbohydrate 10.9 g, Cholesterol 210 mg, Fat 24.2 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 37 g, SaturatedFat 11.2 g, Sodium 757.3 mg, Sugar 6.7 g

JAMON BORRACHO (DRUNKEN HAM)



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This ham is to die for. Sounds to difficult to make but it is very simple. I serve this dish during Easter or Christmas, or whenever I'm in the mood for ham. The flavors of the Dijon mustard and the brown sugar are intensified with the orange rum. Igniting rum will help glaze the ham and melt any remaining sugar, plus it looks cool, too.

Provided by arios153

Categories     Whole Ham

Time 2h30m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (5 pound) bone-in fully-cooked ham
⅓ cup Dijon mustard
¾ cup brown sugar
1 (15 ounce) can pineapple slices, undrained
10 whole cloves, or as needed
4 fluid ounces orange-flavored rum (such as Bacardi O®), divided
2 tablespoons cornstarch, or as needed
¼ cup water

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C).
  • Place ham into a roasting pan. Spread Dijon mustard over top and sides of ham in an even coat; sprinkle ham with brown sugar. Press brown sugar onto ham with your hands. Place pineapple slices onto ham, securing them to the top and sides with cloves. Place any unused pineapple slices into the bottom of the roasting pan and pour pineapple juice and 2 ounces orange-flavored rum.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until ham is heated through and brown sugar has begun to glaze onto the meat, about 1 hour. Remove ham from the oven and pour remaining 2 ounces of orange rum over the ham; carefully light the rum on fire with a match. The flames will help the glaze to adhere to the meat.
  • Continue baking until an instant-read meat thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the ham, not touching bone, reads at least 140 degrees F (60 degrees C), about 1 more hour. Let ham rest for 10 minutes before serving. Transfer ham to a serving platter, leaving pan drippings in the roasting pan.
  • Stir cornstarch and water together in a small bowl until smooth; whisk cornstarch into pan drippings. Place roasting pan over medium-low heat and whisk until pan juices thicken, about 5 minutes. Serve with ham.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 668.1 calories, Carbohydrate 21.1 g, Cholesterol 127.1 mg, Fat 42.1 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 42.2 g, SaturatedFat 15 g, Sodium 3121.2 mg, Sugar 16.6 g

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality fish. This will make all the difference in the final dish.
  • Don't overcook the fish. It should be cooked through, but still moist and flaky.
  • Use a variety of vegetables. This will add flavor and color to the dish.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different seasonings. There are many different ways to make pescado borracho, so find a combination that you like.
  • Serve pescado borracho with a side of rice or beans. This will help to soak up the delicious sauce.

Conclusion:

Pescado borracho is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is a great way to use up leftover fish, and it is also a healthy and flavorful meal. With so many different ways to make it, there is sure to be a version of pescado borracho that everyone will enjoy.

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