Escoveitched Fish Recipe

Enjoy an authentic taste of Jamaica with our Escoveitched Fish Recipe. This dish features perfectly fried fish that is crisp on the outside, tender on the inside, and then marinated in a zesty, spiced vinegar sauce enriched with onions, peppers, and allspice.

This traditional recipe delivers a bold burst of flavors, capturing the essence of Jamaican cuisine in every bite.

Ingredients

3 lbs. fish
2 or 3 limes
1 sliced scotch bonnet pepper
2 cups vinegar
½ cup oil for frying
1 tsp allspice
2 large onions, sliced
2 tsp black pepper

Escoveitched Fish

Cooking Directions

Follow these simple steps to prepare this flavorful dish:

1. Wash the fish thoroughly in water and lime juice, then pat dry.
2. Season both sides with salt and black pepper; marinate for at least 2 hours.
3. Heat oil in a frying pan over medium-high heat and fry the fish until crisp and golden on both sides.
4. Transfer the fried fish to a bowl.
5. In a saucepan, combine vinegar, sliced onions, scotch bonnet pepper, allspice, and whole black pepper grains. Bring to a boil, then simmer until the onions soften.
6. Pour the hot marinade over the fried fish, ensuring the fish is completely covered.
7. Let the fish marinate overnight to absorb the rich flavors.

Enjoy your delicious Escoveitched Fish after an overnight marination!