Snapper Veracruz Recipe
🕒 Total Time: 45 minutes
🥘 Category: Lunch/Snacks
🔍 Keywords: Vegetable, Tex Mex, Southwestern U.S., Mexican, Low Cholesterol, Healthy, Spring, Summer, Winter, Spicy, < 60 Mins, Stove Top, Stir Fry, Easy
🍽️ Servings: 1
Description:
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of the Southwest with this tantalizing Snapper Veracruz recipe. Bursting with zesty ingredients like garlic, jalapenos, and Spanish olives, this dish is perfect for any occasion, from a quick weekday lunch to a festive summer dinner.
Ingredients:
- 8 red snapper fillets
- 5 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup Spanish olives, pitted
- 1/4 cup diced tomato
- 1/2 cup dry sherry
- 4 tablespoons tomato juice
- 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- Juice of 1 lime
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 1288.7
- Fat: 77g
- Saturated Fat: 10.9g
- Cholesterol: 106.4mg
- Sodium: 1283.9mg
- Carbohydrates: 35.2g
- Fiber: 5g
- Sugar: 15.3g
- Protein: 63.5g
Instructions:
| Step | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | Heat extra virgin olive oil in a large pan or sauté pan over medium heat. |
| 2 | Add the red snapper fillets to the pan and sauté until golden brown on one side, about 3-4 minutes. |
| 3 | Flip the fish over and add the minced garlic, sliced jalapeno, red onion, Spanish olives, and diced tomatoes to the pan. Cook for an additional 2 minutes, stirring gently to combine the ingredients. |
| 4 | Deglaze the pan with dry sherry, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom. Allow the sherry to reduce slightly, about 1-2 minutes. |
| 5 | Pour in the tomato juice and bring the mixture to a simmer. Let it cook for another 2 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together. |
| 6 | Finish the dish by squeezing the juice of one lime over the top and sprinkling with fresh cilantro. Season with salt and pepper to taste. |
| 7 | Serve the Snapper Veracruz hot, garnished with additional cilantro leaves if desired. Enjoy the burst of flavors in every bite! |
Whether you’re craving a taste of Mexico or simply looking for a healthy and flavorful meal, this Snapper Veracruz recipe is sure to satisfy. With its easy preparation and delicious results, it’s a dish that’s perfect for any occasion. So gather your ingredients and get ready to impress your taste buds with this delightful Tex-Mex creation!
