White Fish in Hearts of Palm
Many people do not realize more African people were taken to Brazil, where they were subsequently enslaved, than any other so-called New World country. So with respect to the African Heritage Diet, Brazilians contributed to the cuisine just as much as any of us in the Diaspora, perhaps even more. I was given this recipe in the 1980’s by the mother of a friend who grew up in Brazil. And like White Fish in Hearts of Palm, I have never tasted any Brazilian food I didn’t obsessively love.
Molho De Palmito
- 3 Medium Pieces of Fish ( I used wild caught Cod but you could use Mahi Mahi, Salmon, or Halibut)
- 2 Tbsp. Organic Butter
- 1 Tbsp. Flour
- 1 Cup Milk
- 1 Can Organic Hearts of Palm
- 1 Egg Yolk
- 1 Tbsp. Parmesan Cheese
- 1/4 tsp. Walkerswood Traditional Jerk Seasoning – Hot & Spicy
- Spike Original Seasoning to taste.
- Cilantro
Sprinkle both sides of thawed fish with Spike and set aside. Heat the butter on medium low in a large sautee pan. Add flour and bring to a bubble. Remove from heat and slowly add milk, the juice from the hearts of palm, and the egg yolk stirring constantly to prevent lumps. Reduce the heat to low, return pan to the burner, then add the Parmesan, jerk seasoning and sliced hearts of palm. Add the fish and cook for 5 minutes on one side. Turn the fish over and cook for approximately 5 minutes on the other side. Garnish with cilantro. Serve White Fish in Hearts of Palm over Cilantro Quinoa, couscous or pasta. This sauce is also good over vegetables.
I love how you not only give us easy to follow, delicious recipes like this white fish, but you also give us a history and social studies lesson.
Thank you so much Marta, I really appreciate your kind words!
I also love Brazilian food! Thank you for sharing this recipe. It was simple to make and very delicious!
Thank you Marcus!
I was so happy when I came across your recipe! I recently brought a few cans of heart of palms. I wasn’t sure what to do with them so I had been eating them alone as a snack or adding to a salad. Today I tried this recipe and its so delicious!! I will definitely be making this again!
Thank you for your kindness Lilly!
What a delightful dish. I loved the addition of the hearts of palm since I don’t use that in too many recipes. Will definitely be making this again for the family.
I’m so happy you enjoyed it Stephanie!
Delicious and simple flavors. Just my kind of meal. I will be making it again. Thank you!
Thank you Jazz!
This recipe was exactly what I needed on this cold winter day. It was flavorful and easy to make – you can’t go wrong with a recipe like that!
Anything with fish and I’m in! The recipe was easy to follow, filled with flavor and my family absolutely loved it!