Red Snapper in Cilantro
Elevate your seafood game with this vibrant Red Snapper in Cilantro recipe, a delightful fusion of fresh herbs, zesty lime, and aromatic spices. Perfectly seared red snapper fillets are infused with a bold cilantro-lime marinade featuring a hint of garlic and cumin, making each delicate bite burst with flavor. For those who love a touch of heat, an optional jalapeño pepper adds a spicy kick to this already irresistible dish. Ready in just 30 minutes, this quick and healthy seafood recipe is ideal for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Serve with lime wedges and your favorite side dishes, such as fluffy rice or crisp roasted vegetables, for a meal that’s as satisfying as it is stunning. Fresh, flavorful, and easy to prepare, this cilantro-infused red snapper is sure to become a dinner table favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces red snapper fillets
- 1 cup fresh cilantro leaves
- 3 tablespoons lime juice
- 2 pieces garlic cloves
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 small piece jalapeño pepper (optional)
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 4 pieces lime wedges
Instructions
Rinse the red snapper fillets and pat them dry with paper towels. Set aside.
In a blender or food processor, combine the cilantro leaves, lime juice, garlic cloves, olive oil, ground cumin, salt, black pepper, and the optional jalapeño pepper. Blend until the mixture forms a smooth marinade.
Pour half of the marinade over the red snapper fillets, coating them evenly. Reserve the other half of the marinade for serving or as a dipping sauce. Allow the fish to marinate for 10 minutes.
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the vegetable oil.
Carefully place the marinated red snapper fillets in the skillet. Cook each side for 4-5 minutes, or until the fish is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
Transfer the cooked fish to a serving platter and drizzle with the reserved cilantro marinade.
Serve hot with lime wedges on the side and your choice of accompaniments, such as rice, roasted vegetables, or a fresh salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1792 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 84.2 g | 108% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.1 g | 70% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 12.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 352 mg | 117% | |
| Sodium | 2994 mg | 130% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 18.1 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.0 g | 18% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.6 g | ||
| Protein | 256.6 g | 513% | |
| Vitamin D | 47.6 mcg | 238% | |
| Calcium | 452 mg | 35% | |
| Iron | 8.0 mg | 44% | |
| Potassium | 5015 mg | 107% | |
*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.
