Gulf Coast Snapper Recipe 🐟
Description: This Gulf Coast Snapper recipe is perfect for those evenings when you’re craving something a little extra special after a long day at work. Serving it alongside fluffy steamed rice and a crisp salad elevates the dining experience. While keeping the head on the fish enhances the juiciness and flavor, feel free to have it removed if it’s not to your liking. This recipe serves 2, making it ideal for a cozy dinner for two.
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Servings: 2
- Calories: 434 per serving
- Keywords: Onions, Peppers, Vegetable, Savory, < 60 Mins, Oven
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 1 | Red bell pepper |
| 1/4 | Green onions |
| 4 | Tablespoons butter |
| 3 | Tablespoons olive oil |
| 1 | Celery rib |
| 1 | Egg |
| 1/4 | Teaspoon dry mustard |
| 1 | Teaspoon fresh thyme |
| 1 | Pinch of red pepper flakes |
| 1 | Pinch of salt |
| 4 | Grinds of fresh ground black pepper |
| – | Red snapper |
| – | Bread crumbs |
Instructions:
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Preheat Oven: Heat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
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Prepare Vegetables: In a food processor, combine the red bell pepper, mushrooms, and green onions. Pulse until finely chopped.
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Sauté Vegetables: In a medium skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of butter and olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the bell peppers, mushrooms, onions, and celery to the skillet. Cook until the vegetables soften, approximately 3 minutes.
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Prepare Stuffing: Remove the skillet from heat. Mix in bread crumbs, egg, dry mustard, fresh thyme, red pepper flakes, salt, and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
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Prepare Baking Sheet: Line a baking sheet with foil and lightly spray it with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
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Stuff the Fish: Fill the cavity of the red snapper with the prepared stuffing mixture. Place the stuffed fish on the foil-lined baking sheet.
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Brush with Butter: Brush the top of the fish with melted butter to enhance flavor and promote browning.
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Bake: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven. Bake until the fish is firm and the meat is flaky and moist, approximately 35 minutes.
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Serve: Once cooked, carefully transfer the Gulf Coast Snapper to serving plates. Pair it with steamed rice and a fresh salad for a complete and satisfying meal.
Enjoy this delightful Gulf Coast Snapper recipe that brings together a symphony of flavors and textures in every bite. It’s a culinary journey worth savoring! 🍽️🐟
