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Red Snapper with Creamy Creole Sauce

Red Snapper with Creamy Creole Sauce for a Taste of Home

A delightful Red Snapper with Creamy Creole Sauce that combines tender fish with a comforting sauce, perfect for dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 fillets
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Fish
  • 2-4 fillets Fresh Red Snapper Look for bright, shiny skin and firm texture.
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Extra virgin gives superior flavor.
  • 1 medium Onion Chopped; yellow or white onions are best.
  • 1 cup Bell Peppers Mixed colors for vibrancy.
  • 2-3 cloves Garlic Minced.
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream For a lighter dish, coconut milk can be used.
  • to taste Creole Seasoning Store-bought or homemade.
  • to garnish Fresh Parsley Chopped.

Equipment

  • skillet
  • Knife
  • cutting board
  • measuring cups
  • measuring spoons

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Rinse the snapper fillets under cold water and pat dry.
  2. Chop the onion, slice the bell peppers, and mince the garlic.
  3. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté the onion for 5 minutes.
  4. Add bell peppers and garlic, cooking an additional 3-4 minutes.
  5. Pour in heavy cream and add Creole seasoning, letting it simmer for 7 minutes.
  6. Gently place snapper into the sauce, cover and cook for 8-10 minutes.
  7. Serve the snapper with the creamy sauce and garnish with parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 30gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This dish can be prepped a few hours ahead; just cook the snapper just before serving to keep it fresh and flaky.

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