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Red Snapper with Creamy Creole Sauce

Red Snapper with Creamy Creole Sauce

A delightful dish featuring tender red snapper fillets topped with a rich and zesty creamy Creole sauce, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Creole, Seafood
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Red Snapper
  • 4 fillets Red snapper Fresh fillets for best flavor.
  • to taste Salt Enhances the flavor of the fish.
  • to taste Pepper Freshly ground for best taste.
  • 1 tablespoon Olive oil For cooking the fish.
  • 1 tablespoon Butter Adds richness to the dish.
  • 1 lemon Juiced For a zesty flavor.
For the Creamy Creole Sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Olive oil For sautéing vegetables.
  • 1 small Onion Finely chopped.
  • 1 medium Bell pepper Finely chopped.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced.
  • 1 cup Diced tomatoes Canned or fresh.
  • 1 cup Heavy cream For a rich sauce.
  • 1 tablespoon Creole seasoning Adds flavor and spice.
  • to taste Salt Adjust according to preference.
  • to taste Pepper Adjust according to preference.
  • to garnish Chopped fresh parsley For color and freshness.

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • cutting board
  • knife
  • Measuring spoons
  • Serving Plates

Method
 

  1. Pat the red snapper fillets dry with paper towels and season both sides with salt and pepper.
  2. In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter over medium-high heat.
  3. Add the seasoned fillets to the skillet and cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
  4. Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the fillets just before removing them from the skillet. Set aside on a plate.
  5. In the same skillet, add more olive oil if needed, then add the chopped onion and bell pepper. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until soft.
  6. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
  7. Add the diced tomatoes and cook for about 5 minutes, allowing them to break down slightly.
  8. Pour in the heavy cream and add the Creole seasoning. Stir and let the sauce simmer for 5-7 minutes until it thickens slightly.
  9. Gently place the seared red snapper fillets back into the skillet with the sauce and let them soak up the flavors for a couple of minutes.
  10. Plate the red snapper fillets and generously spoon the creamy Creole sauce over the top. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley.

Notes

This dish is perfect for impressing guests or enjoying a special family meal. Customize the spice level to your preference.