Pisca Hasa
Authentic Curaçao Recipe

Pisca Hasa

Pan-seared island fish with a lime-garlic rub, served simply with funchi or rice. Slow island cooking, bright citrus, and warm spice make this dish feel like a Sunday table that never ends.

Prep15 min
Cook15 min
Serves4
DifficultyEasy

Portions

Adjust the recipe to your group size.

Ingredients below are for 4 people

Ingredients

  • 700 g firm white fish fillets
  • 2 tbsp lime juice
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • Salt and black pepper
  • 60 g flour for dredging
  • Oil for shallow frying

Estimated calories

Based on typical ingredients for this dish.

≈ 1280 kcal

320 kcal per person

Step-by-Step Preparation

  1. 01Pat the fish dry; rub with lime, garlic, cumin, salt, and pepper. Marinate 10 minutes.
  2. 02Lightly dredge fillets in flour, shaking off excess.
  3. 03Pan-fry in hot oil 3–4 minutes per side until golden and just cooked.
  4. 04Rest 2 minutes and serve with funchi, lemon wedges, and hot sauce.

Chef's Note

Serve with something crisp and simple on the side so the main flavors stay front and center.

Serving Tip

Dust with a pinch of paprika for color; finish with a drizzle of butter and herbs.