Red Snapper with Creole Sauce Recipe
Enjoy a taste of Louisiana with this Red Snapper with Creole Sauce recipe. Pan-seared Red Snapper fillets are smothered in a rich and flavorful Creole sauce, creating a dish that is sure to impress your taste buds.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pan-Searing, Baking
- Cuisine: Creole, Louisiana
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Fish Ingredients
- 2 fresh Red Snapper fillets
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon butter
- Salt to taste
- 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Creole seasoning blend
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
Creole Sauce
- ½ cup heavy cream
- ⅓ cup chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
- ¼ cup bell peppers, chopped
- ¼ cup onions, diced
- ¼ cup ripe tomatoes, diced (optional)
- A pinch of cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon Creole seasoning
Instructions
- Season the Fish: Combine all the seasonings and coat the fish fillets with the spice mixture.
- Sear the Fish: Sear the seasoned fish in olive oil until golden brown on both sides.
- Bake the Fish: Transfer the fish to a baking pan and bake until the internal temperature reaches 130°F.
- Prepare the Creole Sauce: In the same pan, sauté vegetables, add tomato paste, cream, and seasonings. Simmer and pour over the fish.
Notes
- This dish captures the bold flavors of Cajun cuisine.
- Cooking the fish to 130°F ensures perfect doneness and moisture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet with sauce
- Calories: 385 kcal
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
