This staple from Michael Chernow’s new seafood spot is lean protein done right. | Marjorie Korn
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For the pico de gallo:
4 Beefsteak tomatoes, diced
1 large red onion, diced
2 jalapeños, seeded and diced
1 bunch cilantro, roughly chopped
4 garlic cloves, diced
1 tbsp Kosher salt
1 tsp cumin
For the black bean puree:
1-15 oz can black beans, drained
½ cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
½ cup extra virgin olive oil
1 tsp freshly ground black pepper
For the tacos: 8-6 inch corn tortillas
16 oz yellow tail flounder fillet, cut into strips
Kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper
2 tbsp canola oil
4 cups shredded little gem or romaine lettuce
1 avocado, sliced
1 cup crème fraîche
2 red radishes, shaved
4 lime wedges
Directions for the pico de gallo: In a food processor, pulse together tomatoes, onion, jalapeños, cilantro, garlic, 1 tbsp Kosher salt and cumin until incorporated; set aside.
Directions for the black bean puree: In a food processor, process together beans, lemon juice, olive oil and pepper until smooth; set aside.
Directions for the tacos: On a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat, char the tortillas and place in tin foil to keep warm; set tortillas aside. Season fish with Kosher salt and pepper, brush with canola oil and sear until fish is golden brown, 2 minutes; flip and cook until fish is cooked through, 1 minute. Divide bean mixture, lettuce, fish, pico de gallo, avocado, crème fraîche and radishes among tortillas. Serve with lime wedges.