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Creole Red Snapper Recipe

This unbelievably flavorful Creole Red Snapper recipe is a quick, easy, and impressive dish that even seafood skeptics will adore! Perfectly seasoned red snapper fillets are baked to flaky perfection in a savory Creole butter sauce, then topped with crunchy breadcrumbs. Ready in under 30 minutes, this recipe is perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion.

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 17 mins
Calories 467.7 kcal
Protein 93g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Creole Red Snapper

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How to Make Creole Red Snapper

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly spray a baking dish with butter-flavored cooking spray.
  2. Place red snapper fillets (about 6 oz each) in the prepared baking dish.
  3. In a small skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over low heat. Add 2 cloves minced garlic, 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce, 1 teaspoon Creole seasoning, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley, and 1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives (optional).
  4. Cook for 2 minutes, stirring gently, until the garlic is fragrant and the flavors have melded.
  5. Brush both sides of the red snapper fillets generously with the garlic butter mixture.
  6. In a small bowl, toss 1/2 cup breadcrumbs with the remaining garlic butter mixture until evenly coated.
  7. Sprinkle the breadcrumb mixture evenly over the fillets.
  8. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the fish is cooked through, flakes easily with a fork, and is no longer translucent. Cooking time will depend on the thickness of the fillets.
  9. Serve immediately. Serves 2.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

24 g

Sugar

3g

Fat

76g

Carbs

2g

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Weeknight 30 Minutes Or Less Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Cuisine Preparation Occasion North American For 1 Or 2 Main Dish Seafood American Cajun Southern United States Easy Beginner Cook Dinner Party Fish Creole Dietary High Protein Low Carb High In Something Low In Something Saltwater Fish Brunch Number Of Servings 3 Steps Or Less