When taco night feels tired, enter: Pescado Verde Seasoning—a bright, herbaceous blend that reimagines salsa verde as your new weeknight MVP.

Crafted by our Culinary Director, Alyse Baca, this blend delivers all the tang, citrus, and green chile punch of classic salsa verde—without the mess of a blender or a trip to the store.

It’s built for fish, but plays just as well with chicken, tofu, and roasted veg. Or cornbread. (We’re serious.)

What Exactly Is Pescado Verde?

Let’s back up.

Salsa verde—aka “green sauce”—has roots in the Aztec empire and remains a staple in Mexican kitchens today.

Traditionally made with tomatillos, green chillies, garlic, onion, and cilantro, it’s known for being tangy, bright, and wildly versatile.

Our Pescado Verde Seasoning captures that same vibrant essence in a dry blend, starring:

• Lime and orange juice powders for citrusy zing
• Mexican oregano & garlic for earthy, savory depth
  
• Serrano chili powder for a gentle kick
  

It’s zesty. It’s green. And it’s a total upgrade from that sad taco packet in your pantry.

Pro tip: use our Pescado Verde to make a creamy salsa verde like the image at the top of this post! Check out the recipe here & get cookin' friend!

Designed for Fish, Built for More

Originally created with grilled and roasted fish in mind, Pescado Verde brings out the best in everything from flaky white fish to fatty salmon. But don’t stop there:

• Sprinkle it on roasted cauliflower or zucchini
• Toss with shredded chicken or tofu
• Whisk into vinaigrettes or aioli for a verdant twist
• Blend into compound butter & slather on grilled corn
• Rub under the skin before you roast a whole chicken - it's chef's kiss

How to Use Pescado Verde Like a Pro

Here’s how we like to let Pescado Verde Seasoning do its thing:

QUICK MARINADE

Mix with olive oil + a splash of citrus (lime or orange juice works). Marinate proteins for 30 minutes to 2 hours depending on the dish.

Need a refresher on marinating like a pro? Head to our guide & bring the flavour without much extra effort 🔥

SEASON STRAIGHT UP

Sprinkle on veggies before roasting, stir into dressings, or finish grilled foods with a pop of herby brightness.

PRO TIP: COMPOUND BUTTER

Mash it into softened butter, chill, and dollop onto hot fish, veggies, or steak. Melty magic.

Want something unexpected? Try it in this Pescado Verde Brown Butter Cornbread. It’s smoky-sweet with a citrusy backbone that makes it unforgettable.

Why This Blend Works

Pescado Verde walks the line between fresh and fiery—a smart balance of acid, heat, and herbs that mimic the flavour structure of fresh salsa verde, but with pantry-friendly ease.

For anyone who loves Mexican cuisine, this is your shortcut to flavour that feels authentic, layered, and bright!