Bold Boston Bluefish with Spicy Sliced Tomato Salad
This dish brings out the best in bluefish—rich, flavorful, and perfectly balanced by a vibrant kick from a spicy sliced tomato topping. A simple yet stunning seafood recipe you can whip up any night of the week.
🥄 Ingredients:
- 4 Boston bluefish fillets
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (plus extra for drizzling)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 4 ripe heirloom tomatoes, thinly sliced
- 1 small red chili or jalapeño, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil or parsley
- Optional: lemon wedges for serving
🍳 Instructions:
1️⃣ Prepare the Tomatoes:
🍅 In a bowl, combine sliced tomatoes, chili, lemon juice, olive oil, and chopped herbs. Season with salt and pepper and set aside to marinate.
2️⃣ Season the Bluefish:
🧂 Pat the fillets dry and season both sides with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika.
3️⃣ Sear the Fish:
🔥 Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add bluefish fillets skin-side down and sear for 3–4 minutes, then flip and cook another 2–3 minutes until cooked through and golden.
4️⃣ Serve:
🍽️ Plate each bluefish fillet and spoon the spicy marinated tomato slices generously over the top. Drizzle with any remaining dressing from the bowl. Garnish with lemon wedges if desired.
📦 Amazon Must-Haves to help you create the best Pan-Seared Bluefish with Tomato Herb Relish
- 🐟 Nonstick Fish Spatula – Great for flipping delicate fish fillets without breaking them
- 🍳 Cast Iron Skillet – Perfect for getting that crispy sear on your bluefish
- 🔪 Tomato Slicer Knife – Designed to cleanly cut through ripe, juicy tomatoes
- 🧂 Smoked Paprika – Adds a warm, smoky layer of flavor to your seafood
- 🍋 Citrus Squeezer – Easy-to-use tool to get every drop of juice from your lemons
- 🌿 Fresh Herb Keeper – Keeps basil and parsley fresh longer for flavor-packed dishes
💡 Helpful Tip:
Bluefish is best when super fresh—it can develop a strong flavor if left too long. Always try to buy it the day you plan to cook, or freeze it immediately after purchase for future use.