E = Jamaican ESCOVITCH fish - Escovitch fish originated in Spain, where it is known as Escabeche, and was brought to Jamaica by the Spaniards. Escovitch fish is the Jamaican version of Escabeche, as they give the fish its own local twist. Traditionally, a Jamaican escovitch fish consists of fried red snapper topped with vegetables that are sautéed in vinegar, bell peppers, scotch bonnet peppers, pimento seeds (allspice), garlic, and onions. Now, you can find many variations of escovitch fish, as it can be prepared with any fish or vegetables of your choice.