A coating of cumin flavors firm-textured, slightly sweet snapper in this simple Latin meal. I had some leftover and found that the fish was delicious served at room temperature the next day. Make extra, if you have time for another quick meal or lunch.
Arroz con Jitomate, or tomato rice, a typical Mexican rice dish, traditionally made with fresh, ripe tomatoes that have been peeled and mashed. Using organic, canned diced tomatoes gives a fresh flavor without the time-consuming work.
Helpful Hints:
_ Any type of white-fleshed fish fillet such as tilapia, grouper or pompano can be used.
_ If you want more kick to the rice, add several drops of hot pepper sauce to the diced tomatoes.
Countdown:
_ Start rice.
_ Prepare ingredients.
_ Make fish.
_ Finish rice.
Shopping List:
To buy: } pound snapper fillets, skin removed, 1 jar ground cumin, 1 package microwaveable brown rice, 1 14.5-ounce can low-sodium, diced tomatoes(ASTERISK), 1 medium green bell pepper, 1 bunch cilantro (optional)
Staples: flour, egg, canola oil, salt, black peppercorns.
(ASTERISK) Look for canned low-sodium diced tomatoes containing per cup: 41 calories, 9.6 g carbohydrate, 24 mg sodium.
