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Red Snapper Veracruz

Succulent Red Snapper Veracruz: A Quick & Zesty Delight

Experience the vibrant flavors of Red Snapper Veracruz—a quick, healthy, and gluten-free dish that celebrates coastal Mexican cuisine.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

For the Fish
  • 4 fillets Red Snapper can substitute halibut, cod, or grouper
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil or vegetable oil
For the Sauce
  • 1 Onion finely chopped; use yellow or white
  • 2 cloves Garlic finely chopped
  • 1 Jalapeño finely chopped; adjust for heat preference
  • 1 can Diced Tomatoes fresh or canned
  • 2 tablespoons Capers or substitute with green olives
  • ½ cup Olives sliced; use black olives or capers
For Garnish
  • Fresh Cilantro & Parsley chopped; or substitute with other herbs
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice or lemon juice

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • Spatula

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Finely chop the onion, garlic, and jalapeño. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat, add the chopped onion, garlic, and jalapeño; sauté for about 5 minutes until softened.
  2. Stir in the diced tomatoes, sliced olives, and capers; let the mixture simmer for 10 minutes until thickened.
  3. Pat dry the red snapper fillets, season with salt and pepper. In another skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat and lay the fillets skin-side down; cook for 4-5 minutes until skin is crispy.
  4. Gently flip the fish and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until lightly browned and cooked through.
  5. Pour the sauce over the cooked snapper, reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for 5-7 minutes until flavors meld.
  6. Garnish with chopped cilantro and parsley, squeeze lime juice over the dish, and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 26gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 850mgFiber: 4gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Always pat the fish dry for a perfect sear and allow the sauce to simmer for enhanced flavors.

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