Seared Red Snapper with Ginger Garlic and Cilantro Soy Sauce
Transform your dinner table with the vibrant flavors of Seared Red Snapper with Ginger Garlic and Cilantro Soy Sauce, a dish that’s as stunning as it is simple to create. This recipe showcases succulent red snapper fillets with perfectly crispy skin, seared to golden perfection in a sizzling pan. The fillets are then elevated with a fragrant, Asian-inspired sauce made from finely minced ginger and garlic, blended harmoniously with soy sauce, sesame oil, and a touch of honey for a delicate sweetness. Chopped cilantro adds a fresh, herbal brightness, while a garnish of lime provides a zesty finishing touch. Ready in just 25 minutes, this recipe is perfect for a quick weeknight meal or an impressive dinner party centerpiece. Serve it over steamed rice or alongside sautéed greens for a restaurant-quality dish that bursts with bold, satisfying flavors. Keywords: seared red snapper, ginger garlic sauce, cilantro soy sauce, crispy skin fish recipe, quick seafood dinner.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces Red snapper fillets (skin on)
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
- 1 tablespoon Fresh ginger (finely minced)
- 1 tablespoon Garlic (finely minced)
- 3 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon Sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro (chopped)
- 1 piece Lime (for garnish, optional)
Instructions
Pat the red snapper fillets dry with a paper towel. Season both sides with salt and black pepper.
Heat a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the vegetable oil and heat until shimmering.
Place the snapper fillets into the skillet, skin side down. Press gently with a spatula to ensure the skin makes full contact with the pan. Cook for 4-5 minutes until the skin is crispy and golden brown.
Flip the fillets carefully and cook the flesh side for another 3-4 minutes until fully cooked through. Remove the fillets from the skillet and set aside on a plate.
Lower the heat to medium and add the ginger and garlic to the same skillet. Stir frequently for 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn them.
Add soy sauce, sesame oil, and honey to the skillet, stirring well to combine. Let the sauce simmer for 1-2 minutes until slightly thickened.
Turn off the heat and stir in the fresh cilantro. Taste the sauce and adjust with more soy sauce or honey if needed.
Plate the red snapper fillets and spoon the ginger, garlic, and cilantro soy sauce generously over the top of the fish.
Garnish with lime wedges if desired and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
695 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 45.8 g | 59% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.0 g | 35% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 22.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 74 mg | 25% | |
| Sodium | 3034 mg | 132% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 20.1 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.3 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.6 g | ||
| Protein | 58.0 g | 116% | |
| Vitamin D | 10.0 mcg | 50% | |
| Calcium | 97 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 2.0 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 1149 mg | 24% | |
*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.
