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Fish Veracruz
This is certainly the most renowned dish of the gulfside port of Veracruz. The flavors of capers, jalapeños and olives are very Mediterranean, a reflection of the Spanish explorer Cortez’ influence on this region.
Serves 8
	Fish
1 1/2 lb	red snapper or halibut fillets
1/2 cup	(about 4) lime juice
1/2 tsp	salt (optional)

	*Sauce*
2 tbsp	vegetable oil
1 cup	(1 small) sliced onion
1 cup	(1 small) green bell pepper strips
3	clove garlic, finely chopped
1/3 cup	dry white wine
2 1/2 cups	thick & chunky salsa
1/2 cup	tomato sauce
1/4 cup	sliced jalapeños slices
1/4 cup	sliced ripe olives
1 tbsp	capers
(optional)	fresh cilantro sprigs
(optional)	lime wedges

	*For Fish*
-	Arrange fish in 13 x 9-inch baking pan.
-	Sprinkle with lime juice and salt.
-	Cover; refrigerate for at least 20 minutes.

	*For Sauce*
-	Heat vegetable oil in large, nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.
-	Add onion, bell pepper and garlic; cook, stirring occasionally, for 1 to 2 minutes or until vegetables are crisp-tender.
-	Add wine; cook for 1 minute.

-	Stir in salsa, tomato sauce, jalapeños, olives and capers. Bring to a boil.
-	Place fish in sauce. Reduce heat to low; cover.
-	Cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until fish flakes easily when tested with fork
-	Serve with cilantro and lime wedges.

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