Cilantro Pesto Halibut with Spicy Sweet and Sour Dipping Sauce

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  • Number of Servings: 2
Ingredients
For the fish:2 cups fresh cilantro leaves and stems1 Tablespoon soy sauce1 teaspoon soy sauce1 teaspoon black pepper1 teaspoon vegetable oil1/2 teaspoon sugar2 garlic cloves2 halibut or mahimahi fillets (5 oz. each)For the dipping sauce:1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes1 1/2 small garlic cloves2 Tablespoons distilled white vinegar2 Tablespoons fresh lime juice1 Tablespoon fish sauce2 1/2 Tablespoons granulated sugar
Directions
Combine in food processor until minced: cilantro, soy sauce, black pepper, oil, sugar, and garlic.

Spread onto both sides of fish to coat and let stand at room temperature 10-15 minutes.

Preheat grill to medium high.

Lightly coat both sides of fish with cooking spray, then grill until cooked through and firm, about 4-6 minuets per side. Do not overcook.

Serve fish with steamed rice and slaw with dipping sauce on side.

Number of Servings: 2

Recipe submitted by SparkPeople user SRATERMAN.

Servings Per Recipe: 2
Nutritional Info Amount Per Serving
  • Calories: 289.3
  • Total Fat: 6.7 g
  • Cholesterol: 58.1 mg
  • Sodium: 2,983.4 mg
  • Total Carbs: 7.1 g
  • Dietary Fiber: 0.7 g
  • Protein: 40.5 g

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