Creole Fish with Spicy Rice

This creole fish with spicy rice dish combines tender fish fillets with a flavorful, seasoned rice that features a blend of spices and vegetables. The dish is vibrant and aromatic, making it a perfect centerpiece for a family dinner or a special occasion. Enjoy the delightful fusion of flavors that will transport you straight to the heart of creole cuisine!

This recipe is dinner, scaled for 4 servings, with 15 min prep and 30 min cook.

Prep: 15 min · Cook: 30 min · Total: 45 min · Serves: 4

Quick cooking notes

• Core ingredients include bell pepper, cooked rice, salt, garlic.
• Follow all 10 steps in order for the intended texture and doneness.
• Ingredient quantities listed below are for 4 servings.

Ingredients

• 1 medium bell pepper (chopped)
• 2 cups cooked rice
• 1 tsp salt
• 3 cloves garlic (minced)
• 2 stalks green onions (sliced)
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 600 g white fish fillets (skinless)
• 1 tsp black pepper
• 400 g diced tomatoes
• 2 tbsp creole seasoning
• 1 medium onion (chopped)

Instructions

1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
2. Add the chopped onion and bell pepper to the skillet, and sauté until they are soft and translucent.
3. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
4. Add the diced tomatoes, creole seasoning, salt, and black pepper to the skillet, stirring to combine.
5. Allow the mixture to simmer for about 5 minutes, letting the flavors meld together.
6. While the sauce simmers, season the fish fillets with salt and black pepper on both sides.
7. Gently place the fish fillets into the skillet, spooning some of the sauce over the top.
8. Cover the skillet and cook for about 10-15 minutes, or until the fish is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
9. In a separate pot, warm the cooked rice and stir in the sliced green onions.
10. Serve the fish over a bed of spicy rice, garnished with additional green onions if desired.

Nutrition (per serving)

• Calories: 410
• Protein: 32 g
• Fat: 14 g
• Carbohydrates: 42 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 780 mg

Nutrition values are estimates based on stored ingredient totals and serving size.

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