Red Snapper with Mustard Sauce
Elevate your seafood dinner with this elegant and flavorful Red Snapper with Mustard Sauce! Perfectly baked red snapper fillets are seasoned with a zesty combination of lemon juice, salt, and pepper, then draped in a silky Dijon mustard sauce enriched with heavy cream, garlic, and a splash of stock for depth. This simple yet sophisticated recipe comes together in just 30 minutes, making it ideal for weeknight meals or a special occasion. The tangy mustard sauce beautifully complements the tender, flaky fish, while a sprinkling of fresh parsley adds a burst of color and freshness. Serve this dish with a side of roasted vegetables or a light salad to complete the meal. Perfect for seafood lovers, this recipe brings gourmet dining to your table with ease!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces red snapper fillets
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 0.5 cup heavy cream
- 0.25 cup chicken or vegetable stock
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley
- 2 cloves garlic
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Lightly oil a baking sheet or line it with parchment paper. Place the red snapper fillets on the prepared baking sheet.
Drizzle 1 tablespoon of olive oil and 1 tablespoon of lemon juice over the fillets. Sprinkle with salt and black pepper evenly.
Bake the red snapper in the preheated oven for 15-18 minutes, or until the fish flakes easily with a fork.
While the fish is baking, prepare the mustard sauce. In a small saucepan, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat.
Mince the garlic cloves finely and sauté them in the saucepan until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.
Add the chicken or vegetable stock to the saucepan and simmer for 2 minutes to reduce slightly.
Stir in the Dijon mustard, heavy cream, 1 tablespoon of lemon juice, and butter. Whisk the mixture together and simmer over low heat for 5-7 minutes until slightly thickened.
Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper if desired.
Once the fish is baked, transfer it to serving plates. Spoon the mustard sauce over the fillets.
Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve immediately. Enjoy your Red Snapper with Mustard Sauce!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1804 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 83.5 g | 107% | |
| Saturated Fat | 36.1 g | 181% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 505 mg | 168% | |
| Sodium | 3953 mg | 172% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 4.3 g | 2% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.4 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.1 g | ||
| Protein | 253.5 g | 507% | |
| Vitamin D | 47.7 mcg | 238% | |
| Calcium | 309 mg | 24% | |
| Iron | 3.2 mg | 18% | |
| Potassium | 4331 mg | 92% | |
*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.
