Description
Experience the vibrant flavors of Red Snapper with Creamy Creole, a dish that transforms any dinner into a celebration. This easy-to-make recipe features flaky red snapper fillets enveloped in a rich, creamy sauce infused with aromatic spices and colorful vegetables. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, this delightful seafood dish will have your guests coming back for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 red snapper fillets (6 oz each)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp Creole seasoning
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup bell peppers, chopped (mixed colors)
- 2 tbsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 2 tbsp butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse red snapper fillets under cold water and pat dry. Season both sides generously with salt and pepper.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt butter until bubbling. Add diced onions; sauté until translucent (about 3-4 minutes). Stir in minced garlic until fragrant.
- Add chopped bell peppers to the skillet; cook until slightly softened (about 5 minutes).
- Pour heavy cream into the skillet while stirring continuously. Add Creole seasoning and lemon juice; simmer gently until thickened (about 5 minutes).
- Carefully place seasoned snapper fillets into the creamy mixture. Cover and cook on low heat for about 7-10 minutes or until fish flakes easily with a fork.
- Serve immediately with fresh herbs as garnish, if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Seafood
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Creole
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 red snapper fillet with sauce (approx. 8 oz)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 120mg