I am exploring some Mexican-inspired flavors with this Garlic-Margarita Whitefish recipe. While some people might find whitefish bland or boring, I actually find that it’s an incredible base for many delicious flavors. The tequila lends a wonderful flavor to this dish. Feel free to use whatever whitefish is on sale—cod, haddock, pollack, whiting, halibut, sole or flounder. Keep in mind, you’ll need to adjust your cooking time if you are using a thinner or thicker fillet. Why is fish good for us? Whitefish contains good amounts of DHA and EPA (150 to 500 milligrams per 3½-ounce serving) which heart healthy, anti-infamatory, good for the gut microbiome and more.

Garlic-Margarita Whitefish

Nutrivore Score: 601

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 22

Total Time 32

Servings

Calories 246kcal

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Ingredients

1 tablespoon butter
1 clove garlic crushed
1 teaspoon fresh parsley chopped
1/4 teaspoon fresh thyme chopped
1/4 teaspoon lime zest
1 teaspoon tequilla
1/8 teaspoon paprika
6 oz cod or preferred whitefish

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350F.
In a small saucepan on low heat, melt butter. Add garlic and stir occasionally until garlic is cooked, about 5 minutes.
Add tequila, thyme, and lime zest. Cook until alcohol has burned off, about 2 minutes. Add parsley and remove from heat.
Lightly coat one side of the filet and place herb side down on a baking sheet lined with foil. Use remaining herb butter to more heavily coat the top side. Dust with paprika.
Bake approximately 15 minutes, until fish is opaque throughout and segments flake apart easily.

Nutrition

Nutrition Facts

Garlic-Margarita Whitefish

Amount per Serving

Calories

246

% Daily Value*

Fat

Saturated Fat

Trans Fat

0.5

Polyunsaturated Fat

Monounsaturated Fat

Cholesterol

103

Sodium

183

Potassium

728

Carbohydrates

Fiber

0.2

Sugar

0.1

Protein

Vitamin A

574

Vitamin C

Calcium

Iron

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.