Mild white fish is cooked and flavored in an incredibly easy Veracruz sauce that comes together quickly for a one-pan meal made in less than 15 minutes.
In a non-stick skillet, heat the oil over medium-high heat.
Season the fish fillets with salt and place them into the hot skillet. Saute for 3 minutes and then gently flip. If the fish is not flipping over, allow 1 more minute to cook before flipping.
Add in the salsa, green olives, capers, and zest of the lime. Reduce heat to low and cover. Simmer for 6-7 minutes or until fish is cooked through.
Squeeze fresh lime juice over the skillet and sprinkle with cilantro. Taste to see if additional salt is needed, and adjust accordingly. Serve immediately.
Notes
Salsa: Fresh salsa is best for a more authentic taste, but a good quality jarred salsa will work. I used a traditional medium heat salsa. You can use any heat level you would like but I would stick to a traditional flavor.How to Quickly Defrost Fish: Because the fish is pan-seared, it needs to be defrosted before cooking. To defrost frozen fish, leave in refrigerator overnight. If you forgot to get it out of the freezer the night before, submerge a sealed package containing fish fillet in a large bowl of cold water for 20-30 minutes. If it is still not defrosted by then, dump water for fresh cold water and give another 15 minutes.Leftovers: Fish is always best served immediately after preparation. However, if you happen to have any leftovers, you can store them in a sealed container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Gently reheat in a dry skillet over medium-low heat.