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Red Snapper with Creamy Creole Sauce
Ingredients
For the Red Snapper:
- 4 red snapper fillets
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 lemon, sliced
For the Creamy Creole Sauce:
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 1 green bell pepper, finely chopped
- 1 celery stalk, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon Creole seasoning
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the Red Snapper:
- Season the red snapper fillets with salt and pepper on both sides.
- Heat the olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the red snapper fillets to the skillet, skin side down, and cook for about 3-4 minutes per side, or until the fish is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork. Remove the fillets from the skillet and keep warm.
- Prepare the Creamy Creole Sauce:
- In the same skillet, add the butter and melt over medium heat.
- Add the onion, bell pepper, and celery, and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Add the garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute.
- Stir in the heavy cream, chicken broth, Creole seasoning, cayenne pepper (if using), and tomato paste. Bring to a simmer and cook until the sauce thickens, about 5
minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Combine and Serve:
- Spoon the creamy Creole sauce over the cooked red snapper fillets.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve with lemon slices on the side.
Tips:
- Serve the dish with rice, mashed potatoes, or a side of steamed vegetables.
- Adjust the amount of cayenne pepper to your heat preference.
- Freshly squeezed lemon juice over the top before serving adds a nice tangy flavor.
Enjoy your delicious Red Snapper with Creamy Creole Sauce!