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Tilapia baked with mashed salsa verde

tilapia mashed

Tilapia baked with mashed salsa verde

Get creative with your next fish dish and cook this incredible tilapia recipe. With mashed potato and salsa on the side, it tastes a dream!
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings 4 people

Ingredients
  

  • Salt
  • Fresh Chilis
  • 3 Frozen Tilapia Steaks
  • Olive Oil
  • Salsa verde The Tapas Sauces
  • Potato Puree

Instructions
 

  • Chop the chilis into small slices.
  • Place the tilapia steaks on a baking tray.
  • Sprinkle them with salt.
  • Drizzle them in olive oil.
  • Placed the chopped chilis on top.
  • Bake in the oven.
  • Remove when ready.
  • Mix two tablespoons of salsa erde The Tapas Sauces into a bowl of potato puree.
  • Serve together with the tilapia steaks.

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Treat yourself to a delicious dish that beams with fish. This tilapia recipe does more than boast the flavors of the sea. It also comes with a potato puree that has a tasty salsa verde twist. The combination of these ingredients leaves you with an impressive and flavorful meal that will charm and dazzle those at the dinner table.
Fish recipes such as this one are ideal for evening meals. That’s because not only is fish a lighter option than heavy meats but also, it’s said that fish helps people to relax, particularly in the hours leading up to bedtime. So whether it’s a weekday evening or a Friday or Saturday night, don’t miss out on this tilapia delight.

Tilapia – a versatile fish

Tilapia’s versatility in the kitchen is undeniable. You can prepare it in various ways. That includes grilling, baking, frying, or even poaching. One way to impress those around the table is by grilling it with a drizzle of olive oil on top alongside some garlic, lemon juice, and herbs. It tastes just as wonderful as it sounds! Baking is also a straightforward method. With salt, pepper, and herbs, add a side of veggies to the dish, and voila! That’s one classy dish you’ve got.

Add more flavor with seasonings and marinades

Is it worth adding extra flavors? Absolutely, yes. While you may enjoy tilapia on its own, have you ever considered giving it a creative flavor boost? Or how about an Asian-inspired twist? You can do exactly that by marinating the fish in soy sauce, garlic, ginger, and a drizzle of sweet honey. The result with be a flavor burst of sweet and savory notes that’s irresistible with a side of rice or veggies.

Lovers of Mediterranean cuisine may prefer to adhere to the culinary techniques of Southern Europe. That would involve olive oil, lemon zest, oregano, and capers, together as a marinade. How zesty is that? Allow your fish to sit in those ingredients for at least half an hour to soak up the flavors. That way, you’ll be sure to transport your taste buds from home to the med!

Get creative with tilapia

Feeling experimental? The great news is that tilapia gives you the opportunity to get creative with your fish dish. How about making fish tacos? You can do that by seasoning your fish with some cumin, chili powder, and paprika, then frying it until it’s nice and crispy. The next step is to place it inside a warm tortilla wrap with avocado, salsa, and a squeeze of lime juice. Sounds delicious? Well, it truly is, and what a way to impress your guests!

Clams a la marinera

clams in white wine and green sauce

Clams in white wine and green sauce

Make your evening feel special by preparing a dish that delights with deliciousness and charm. Get the recipe and enjoy the unique taste!
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Course Appetizer, Main Course, Side Dish
Cuisine Mediterranean
Servings 4 people

Ingredients
  

  • Salt
  • ½ Glass of White Wine
  • 500 g Precooked Clams
  • Olive Oil
  • Salsa verde The Tapas Sauces

Instructions
 

  • Pour white wine into the pan.
  • Let it warm up on medium heat for about 30 seconds.
  • Add 3 spoonfuls of salsa verde The Tapas Sauces and stir.
  • Pour the clams into the pan.
  • Cover and heat for 1 minute.
  • Remove the lid, and place the clams on a plate.
  • Pour the liquid left in the pan on top of the clams as a sauce, and serve.

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Notes

If you love clams, you will adore them in this mouthwatering, Mediterranean-inspired recipe. Clams a la marinera that much-loved seafood up another notch by cooking it in a distinct and delightful sauce, made from salsa verde The Tapas Sauces combined with a generous splash of white win.
Elegant dishes such as this recipe for seafood lovers can be enjoyed on a special occasion, especially as part of an evening meal. Just be sure to place a candle in the middle of the table and dim the lights. A dish so delicious deserves a warm and cozy atmosphere to go with it!

Classic clams

Clams are an absolute treat for the taste buds, especially when prepared in the right style. Cooking them in white wine is a tried and true method and a culinary classic. Doing so also enables you to bring the feel of a high-quality restaurant to your own home. You can also add a little butter, parsley, and garlic to the pan as a flavor enhancer.
When you’re enjoying your clams dish with all of that tasty sauce on top, don’t let any flavors go to waste! Have a nice loaf of French bread on the side, crusty on the outside and soft on the inside, so you can dip it into the sauce and let it soak up every drop of deliciousness.

Classic chowder

Those who love comfort foods may want to consider turning their clams into a chowder recipe. Such dishes are thick and creamy and will warm you up on any cold evening. Start by cooking some bacon, onions, celery, and potatoes, then throw your clams into the mix. Finally, pour in some stock and cream, and let it all simmer together. Once it’s ready, sprinkle a little bit of fresh parsley on top for a subtle herbaceous kick, and enjoy!

Spicy clam pasta

If you’re in the mood for being creative, love Italian food, and want to spice things up, this could be the dish for you! For this one, you’ll need to prepare some linguine. While it’s boiling, take hold of another pan and start lightly frying some chili flakes and garlic in olie oil. Then you can add your clams to the pan along with a nice splash of white tine. If the clams aren’t precooked, wait until they open. That’s them telling you they’re ready to eat! Then, it’s time to add your linguine along with some chopped parsley and a squeeze of lemon juice. 
Whatever you decide to do with your clams is up to you. Just be sure that if you’re in need of adding some flavor to your meal time, The Tapas Sauces have got your back!
Keyword clams, salsa verde, sauce

Potatoes with mojo picón

Potatoes with mojo picon

Potatoes with mojo picón

Bring the traditions of the Canary Islands to your home with a dish that has lasted through the ages due to its outstanding deliciousness!
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Appetizer, Side Dish
Cuisine Mediterranean
Servings 4 people

Ingredients
  

  • 300 g Salt
  • 1 kg Potatoes
  • Mojo picón the Tapas Sauces

Instructions
 

  • Boil the potatoes in water.
  • Sprinkle in a generous amount of salt.
  • After 20-30, the potatoes should be piercable with a knife. If so, remove from stove.
  • Let the potatoes dry for a couple of minutes.
  • Slice the potatoes down the middle into four quarters.
  • Place them on a plate, and drizzle salsa mojo picón on top.

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Notes

If you haven’t tried potatoes with mojo picón yet, what are you waiting for? This dish originates from the Canary Islands and has withstood the test of time over the centuries, maintaining its status as a popular dish that the islanders love and enjoy to this day. It’s as if potatoes and salsa mojo picón were simply made for each other!
This potato recipe is simple and easy to make. What’s more, it’s a quick meal that you can cook in no time, and you don’t need to be an expert chef. With just a few basic steps to follow, you can bring one of SPain’s much-loved culinary delights to your meal time. Enjoy it on its own or as part of a larger Mediterranean meal.

Preparing potatoes

This is the most important part of your meal prep. Get this part right, and you’re onto a winner. First, you should use small potatoes if you can. They cook faster and make ideal ingredients to this particular recipe. Make sure you leave the skins and them and let them boil with sea salt. It’s important to ensure they don’t boil for too long. If they become weak and mushy, the whole meal suffers! You want them firm but with an inner softness. An alternative method to boiling is to roast them!

How to make mojo picon

There’s no need to do that when we’ve done it for you! Mojo picón from the Tapas Sauces brings the flavors of Spain straight to your kitchen so you needn’t lift a finger. If, however, you would like to try and make your own version of the sauce, you can do so with the following steps:
  1. Roast some peppers
  2. When they are ready, peal them and throw them in a blender
  3. Add garlic, olive oil, spices, and vinegar.
  4. Blend the ingredients together.

Serving suggestions

For dishes as loved as this one, presentation matters. After all, this Spanish classic recipe is more than just about a quick and easy meal. It’s about history, heritage, and bringing people together. Make sure the potatoes are well coated in the sauce for both taste and vibrancy. You can also sprinkle some fresh parsley and other herbs on top for added tastes and colors. 
It’s also worth bearing in mind that potatoes in this particular dish work well as a side dish or accompaniment to something meaty like steak, but also chiken and fish. That’s not to say you can’t enjoy these potatoes on their own because you certainly can!
Keyword potato, salsa, sauce