Sea Bream with Avocado Sauce

Cooking Cuban

Ingredients for Sea Bream with Avocado Sauce

• 1 onion, chopped
• 1 garlic clove, crushed
• 1 bay leaf
• 1/2 teaspoon thyme
• 1/2 teaspoon oregano
• - Sprigs celery
• 2-5 sprigs parsley
• 6 peppercorns, crushed
• 6 tablespoons lime or lemon juice
• 5-6 lbs. bream, cleaned and scaled, with head and tail

Preparation of Sea Bream with Avocado Sauce

1. In a large saucepan, put 12 cups of water and all the ingredients, except the fish. On top of the saucepan place a steam tray. Put the fish on the tray and cook, covered for 30-40 minutes or until the thickest part of the fish feels firm when pressed with a finger. When done, gently peel off the fish skin and place on a serving platter.

2. This fish may be served hot or cold. For the avocado sauce see index.