Seared Fish With Beet Salsa

Directions

1. 1
   Combine all of the ingredients for the salsa in a medium bowl.
2. 2
   Stir together, taste and adjust salt.
3. 3
   Set aside for 30 minutes or longer.
4. 4
   Preheat the oven to 400 degrees.
5. 5
   Season the fish with salt and pepper.
6. 6
   Heat a heavy ovenproof skillet over high heat and add the oil.
7. 7
   Tilt the pan to film the bottom.
8. 8
   Add the fish fillets and cook for 1 minute, or until you can easily slide a spatula underneath and turn the fish over (you may have to do this in two batches so that you dont crowd the fish).
9. 9
   Turn the fish over and place in the oven for 5 to 10 minutes, depending on the thickness of the fillet (5 minutes per 1/2 inch thickness), until the fish is opaque and can be pulled apart with the tines of a fork.
10. 10
    Remove from the heat and transfer to plates or a platter.
11. 11
    Squeeze lime juice over each piece of fish and serve, garnishing each serving with a generous spoonful of salsa.