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Red Snapper with Creamy Creole Sauce

Red Snapper with Creamy Creole Sauce: A Flavorful Seafood Treat

Experience a flavor explosion with Red Snapper in a creamy, spicy Creole sauce. Perfect for dinner!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Seafood, Southern
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Fish
  • 4 fillets Red Snapper fresh or fully thawed
  • 2 tablespoons Creole Seasoning adjust spiciness to preference
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil or canola oil
  • 1 tablespoon Butter unsalted preferred
  • 1 medium Onion finely chopped
  • 1 medium Bell Pepper
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika smoked paprika for extra flavor
  • 1/4 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper omit for milder sauce
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth or vegetable broth
  • 1 tablespoon Tomato Paste can substitute with fresh tomatoes
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream or half-and-half for lighter
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice preferably fresh
For Garnishing
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Thyme
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley

Equipment

  • oven
  • large oven-safe skillet
  • Wooden spoon

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Season the red snapper fillets with salt, pepper, and Creole seasoning.
  3. Sear the fish in olive oil for about 3–4 minutes on each side.
  4. Remove the seared snapper and set aside.
  5. In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté onion and bell pepper for about 5 minutes.
  6. Add garlic, paprika, and cayenne pepper; cook for 1 minute.
  7. Deglaze the pan with chicken broth and reduce for 2-3 minutes.
  8. Mix in tomato paste and let simmer for another 2-3 minutes.
  9. Incorporate the heavy cream and simmer for 3-4 minutes.
  10. Balance flavors with lemon juice, thyme, and parsley; adjust seasoning.
  11. Return the snapper to skillet, coat with sauce, and bake for 5–7 minutes.
  12. Garnish with additional parsley and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 35gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 700IUVitamin C: 40mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2-3 days in the fridge. Reheat gently without boiling to maintain creaminess.

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