Garlic Pepper Fish Cubes with Cool Tartar Dip
A quick and easy seafood dish featuring tender fish cubes seasoned with garlic and black pepper, served with a refreshing homemade tartar dip.
Ingrédients
For the Fish Cubes
- 1 pound white fish fillets (such as cod or tilapia, cut into bite-sized cubes)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley (chopped, optional)
For the Tartar Dip
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons dill pickle relish
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon capers (minced, optional)
- To taste salt and pepper
Instructions
Preparation
- Gather all your ingredients on the countertop. Cut the fish fillets into bite-sized cubes, mince the garlic, and chop the fresh parsley.
- In a medium bowl, combine the olive oil, minced garlic, black pepper, salt, paprika, lemon juice, and parsley. Mix well to create a marinade.
- Add the fish cubes to the marinade and stir until all pieces are coated. Let sit for 10-15 minutes.
Cooking
- Heat a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat with a bit of olive oil.
- Add the marinated fish cubes in a single layer and cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side until golden and flaky.
- Remove from skillet and place on a paper towel-lined plate.
Tartar Dip Preparation
- In a small mixing bowl, combine mayonnaise, dill pickle relish, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and minced capers. Mix until well blended and seasoned to taste.
Serving
- Transfer fish cubes to a serving platter, garnish with additional parsley, and serve alongside the tartar dip.
Notes
For a spicier kick, add hot sauce to the marinade. This dish can also be served on shredded lettuce or with potato wedges.