Here’s a recipe for Delicious Red Snapper with Creamy Creole Sauce that you can easily prepare at home. The combination of tender fish and spicy, creamy sauce is mouthwatering!
Ingredients:
For the Red Snapper:
4 red snapper fillets (about 6 oz each)
Salt and pepper to taste
1 tbsp olive oil (or butter for extra richness)
1 tsp paprika
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp onion powder
1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
For the Creamy Creole Sauce:
1 tbsp olive oil or butter
1/2 onion, finely chopped
1/2 bell pepper, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 cup heavy cream
1/4 cup chicken broth (or seafood broth)
1 tbsp tomato paste
1 tsp Creole seasoning (or Cajun seasoning)
1/2 tsp smoked paprika
1/2 tsp thyme
1 tbsp fresh parsley (chopped)
1 tbsp fresh lemon juice (optional)
Instructions:
- Prepare the Red Snapper:
Pat the red snapper fillets dry with paper towels and season both sides with salt, pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder.
Heat olive oil (or butter) in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Add the fish fillets to the skillet and cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side, until golden brown and cooked through. The fish should flake easily with a fork. Once cooked, remove the fillets from the skillet and set them aside.
- Make the Creamy Creole Sauce:
In the same skillet, add olive oil or butter and sauté the onions, bell pepper, and garlic over medium heat for about 2-3 minutes, until the vegetables are softened.
Stir in the tomato paste and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes.
Add the chicken broth, heavy cream, Creole seasoning, smoked paprika, thyme, and a squeeze of lemon juice. Stir well and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
Let the sauce cook for about 3-5 minutes, until it thickens slightly.
Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning if needed. Stir in chopped parsley for added flavor and color.
- Combine and Serve:
Gently place the cooked red snapper fillets back into the skillet with the sauce. Spoon some of the sauce over the fish and let everything warm together for 1-2 minutes.
Serve the fish fillets with the creamy Creole sauce on top.
Serving Suggestions:
This dish pairs wonderfully with rice, mashed potatoes, or roasted vegetables.
Garnish with more fresh parsley or lemon wedges if desired.
Enjoy your Delicious Red Snapper with Creamy Creole Sauce!