Red Snapper for Two
Elevate your next date night dinner with "Red Snapper for Two," a simple yet elegant seafood dish that's bursting with fresh, zesty flavors. Perfectly seared red snapper fillets, with their crispy, golden skin, are draped in a luscious garlic butter sauce infused with a hint of lemon, freshly chopped parsley, and the option of a splash of white wine for added depth. Ready in just 25 minutes, this recipe is designed for effortless sophistication, letting the natural sweetness of the fish shine through. Pair with roasted potatoes or a fresh green salad for a restaurant-quality meal in the comfort of your home. Whether for a special occasion or a cozy weeknight dinner, "Red Snapper for Two" is the ultimate seafood indulgence tailored perfectly for two.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces red snapper fillets (skin-on preferred)
- 1 whole lemon
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper (freshly ground)
- 0.25 teaspoons paprika
- 2 tablespoons white wine (optional)
Instructions
Pat the red snapper fillets dry with paper towels and set them aside.
Season both sides of the fillets with salt, black pepper, and paprika.
Heat a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat and add the olive oil.
Once the oil is hot, place the red snapper fillets in the skillet, skin-side down. Use a spatula to press them gently to ensure the skin makes contact with the pan.
Cook for 3-4 minutes without moving the fillets, allowing the skin to crisp up.
Flip the fillets carefully and reduce the heat to medium. Cook for another 3-4 minutes or until the fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork. Remove the fillets from the skillet and set aside on a plate.
In the same skillet, reduce the heat to low and add the unsalted butter. Let it melt, then add the minced garlic. Sauté the garlic for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Deglaze the pan with white wine (if using) and let it simmer for 1 minute, stirring to combine.
Add the juice of half a lemon and chopped fresh parsley to the sauce. Stir well and remove from heat.
Pour the butter sauce over the cooked red snapper fillets and garnish with additional parsley and lemon slices (from the remaining half of the lemon).
Serve immediately with your choice of sides, such as steamed vegetables, roasted potatoes, or a fresh green salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
769 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 58.4 g | 75% | |
| Saturated Fat | 20.0 g | 100% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 162 mg | 54% | |
| Sodium | 1313 mg | 57% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 9.4 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.5 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.0 g | ||
| Protein | 53.7 g | 107% | |
| Vitamin D | 10.0 mcg | 50% | |
| Calcium | 114 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 2.1 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 1019 mg | 22% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
