TORTILLA-WRAPPED FISH

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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 2h10m

Number Of Ingredients 16

6 tablespoons olive oil
2 cups diced, peeled Yukon Gold potatoes
2 medium yellow onions, diced
4 garlic cloves, minced
2 ripe tomatoes, cored, seeded and diced
1 bunch oregano, leaves only, chopped
1 cup chopped pitted green olives
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Juice of 2 limes
1/2 cup vegetable oil
18 small corn tortillas, recipe follows
6 ounces red snapper or sea bass fillet, about 1-inch thick, washed and dried
2 limes, cut in wedges for garnish
4 cups finely ground deep yellow masa harina
2 3/4 cups cold water
1 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • In large skillet heat olive oil over high heat. Saute potatoes, shaking the pan frequently, until golden brown, about 5 -7 minutes. With slotted spoon transfer to a mixing bowl. In same skillet saute onions, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and saute for another minute. Add tomatoes, oregano, and cook an additional minute. Remove from heat and stir in olives. Add mixture to mixing bowl. Add pepper. Stir well to combine and set aside.
  • Heat the grill or preheat oven to 450 degrees. In another skillet, heat vegetable oil until hot, but not smoking. Using tongs, dip each tortilla in the oil, and cook for about 30 seconds each side. Drain on a paper towel. Season fish fillet with salt and pepper. On tin foil, arrange 3 tortillas so they overlap in the center to form a triangle. Place fish fillet in the center. Divide potato mixture into 6 parts and mound 1 portion evenly over the fillet. Fold over tortillas to enclose the stuffing, forming a triangle. Wrap the fish in tin foil. Repeat the wrapping and mounding process with the remaining fillets. To grill, cook 9 minutes on each side on a moderately hot spot on the grill. To bake, place the packets directly on the oven rack and cook for 20 - 25 minutes.
  • To serve, unwrap and discard the foil and, with a spatula, transfer the fish to plates. Open the tortillas to resemble the leaves of a flower. Though they can be eaten, the real purpose of the tortillas is to add moisture and flavor. Serve with lime wedges as garnish.
  • In large bowl combine all ingredients and stir until smooth. The dough should be slightly sticky and form a ball when pressed together. To test, flatten a small of dough between your palms. If the edges crack, add water to the dough, a tablespoon at a time, until a test piece does not crack. Divide the dough into 24 golf ball size pieces for tacos and 23 large bowls for quesadillas. Place on a platter and cover with a damp towel. Toast or fry as desired.

Aaron Andre
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This recipe is delicious and healthy.


samigo gd
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This recipe is a great way to get kids to eat fish.


Tt Tt
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I love that this recipe is so versatile. I can use any type of fish that I have on hand.


demesi Tolla
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This recipe is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal.


Matt Brown
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit.


Victory Abila
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover fish.


Muhammad Shazaib
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I'm not a great cook, but this recipe was easy to follow and the results were amazing.


saratu achi
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This recipe is delicious and healthy. I love that it's low in calories and fat.


Nalyn Britanico
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I'm always looking for new and easy recipes for fish. This one is a keeper!


Dieozyoc Wudo
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This recipe is a great way to get kids to eat fish. My kids love the tortillas and the fish is cooked perfectly.


Vusi Vincent Moshodi
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I made this recipe for my family and they loved it. The fish was cooked perfectly and the tortillas were crispy and flavorful.


Robert Snyder
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This recipe is easy to follow and the results are delicious. I love that I can use any type of fish that I have on hand.


Mather Cotter
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I'm not a big fan of fish, but I tried this recipe and it was surprisingly good. The fish was cooked perfectly and the flavors were well-balanced. I would definitely make this again.


Palesa Hlophe
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I followed the recipe exactly and the fish turned out great. The only thing I would change is to use a different type of fish. I used tilapia, and it was a little bland. I think a more flavorful fish, like salmon or cod, would be better.


Ted Truce
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover fish. I had some grilled salmon that I needed to use up, and this recipe was the perfect solution. The fish was delicious wrapped in the tortillas, and the sauce was flavorful and easy to make.


Wimala Gunarathna
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I made this recipe last night and it was delicious! The fish was moist and flaky, and the tortillas were crispy and flavorful. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal.


Kobir Media
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This recipe was a hit with my family! The fish was cooked perfectly and the flavors were amazing. I will definitely be making this again.