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Red Snapper With Creamy Creole Sauce

Red Snapper With Creamy Creole Sauce: Quick Southern Comfort

This Red Snapper With Creamy Creole Sauce is a flavorful dish, perfect for busy weeknights, with a delicious mix of spices and omega-3 goodness.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 450

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 for flavor.
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Can substitute with coconut milk for a lighter version.
  • to taste Creole Seasoning Store-bought or homemade.
For the Vegetables
  • 1 medium Onion Yellow or white are great.
  • 1 cup Bell Peppers A mix of colors is ideal.
  • 2-3 cloves Garlic Minced.
For Garnish
  • to taste Fresh Parsley Chopped.

Equipment

  • Large skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by rinsing and patting dry the red snapper fillets. Next, finely chop onion and slice bell peppers into strips. Mince garlic.
  2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion and sauté for about 5 minutes until translucent. Then add bell peppers and minced garlic, stirring often for an additional 3-4 minutes.
  3. Pour the heavy cream into the skillet with vegetables, stirring gently. Season with Creole seasoning and let simmer over medium-low heat for about 7 minutes until thickened.
  4. Carefully place the snapper fillets in the pan, cover and cook for 8-10 minutes, until opaque and flakes easily.
  5. Arrange the fillets on plates, spoon the creamy sauce over each, and garnish with parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 30gFat: 35gSaturated Fat: 20gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 25gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 80mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Serve with fluffy rice or crusty bread to soak up the sauce. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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