Best 9 Fiesta Red Snapper Recipes

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Fiesta red snapper is a vibrant and flavorful dish that combines zesty Mexican spices with the delicate taste of the fish. This recipe is a celebration of flavors, colors, and textures, making it a perfect choice for a special occasion or a casual gathering with friends and family. The red snapper is typically grilled or pan-fried, then topped with a spicy tomato and pepper sauce. The combination of the tender fish, the tangy sauce, and the fresh herbs and vegetables creates a dish that is both satisfying and refreshing. Whether you are a seasoned cook or a novice in the kitchen, this recipe will guide you through the process of creating a delicious and memorable fiesta red snapper dish. So, gather your ingredients, put on your apron, and get ready to embark on a culinary adventure that will leave your taste buds tantalized and your guests asking for more.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

RED SNAPPER OPEN-FACED SANDWICHES



Red Snapper Open-Faced Sandwiches image

Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Categories     main-dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 19

1/2 cup low-fat plain Greek yogurt, such as Fage 2-percent
1 cup whole parsley leaves
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 1/2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, from 1/2 lemon
1 teaspoon grated lemon zest, from 1 lemon
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1/4 cup quick-mixing flour, such as Wondra
1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
Four 6-ounce red snapper fillets, skinned and boned
4 slices rustic bread
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 cups baby arugula
1 cup cherry tomatoes, quartered
1/2 lemon
Kosher salt

Steps:

  • For the sauce: Place the yogurt, parsley, olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, cumin, pepper and salt in a food processor. Process until smooth, scraping down the sides with a rubber spatula as needed, about 30 seconds. Set aside
  • For the fish: Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. In a shallow bowl, combine the flour with the coriander and salt. Dredge each fillet in the seasoned flour and coat well. Shake off excess flour, then add the fillets to the hot pan. Cook on the first side for 3 to 4 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked most of the way through. Carefully flip, and cook for another 1 to 2 minutes.
  • To assemble: Brush the bread slices with the olive oil and toast on a grill or grill pan over high heat for 3 minutes per side, or until golden brown.
  • Spread each slice with a few tablespoons of the sauce and place a fish fillet on top. Add another dollop of sauce and scatter over some arugula and cherry tomatoes. Add a squeeze of lemon, season with salt and serve.

THE RED SNAPPER FROM THE KING COLE BAR



The Red Snapper from the King Cole Bar image

This recipe comes directly from the King Cole Bar at the St. Regis hotel, the birthplace of the Bloody Mary.Be sure to check out the Hush and Wonder from the Violet Hour, another cocktail from a romantic bar.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Drink Recipes     Cocktail Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 ounce Belvedere vodka
2 ounces tomato juice
1 dash lemon juice
2 dashes salt
2 dashes black pepper
2 dashes cayenne pepper
3 dashes Worcestershire sauce

Steps:

  • Shake. Strain. Serve up.

RED SNAPPER VERACRUZ STYLE



Red Snapper Veracruz Style image

This recipe is courtesy of Zarela Martinez, chef and owner at New York City's Zarela Restaurant.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Seafood Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 three- to three-and-a-half-pound red snapper, scaled and cleaned
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
Olive oil, for pan
Veracruz-Style Sauce
2 to 3 dried bay leaves
3 to 4 sprigs fresh thyme
1 small white onion, thinly sliced

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Rinse fish under cold running water, inside and out, being sure to remove all traces of gills and blood. Blot dry with paper towels, inside and out. Lightly season, inside and out, with salt and pepper.
  • Lightly oil the bottom of a large roasting pan. Cover the bottom of the pan with half of the sauce. Place fish over sauce. Tuck bay leaves, thyme, and onion into the cavity of the fish. Pour remaining sauce over fish.
  • Bake just until the flesh flakes when tested with the tip of a knife, 30 to 40 minutes. Use two large spatulas to transfer fish to a platter spooning sauce and cooking juices over it. Or remove fish from bone and serve on individual plates, with sauce spooned over it.

RED SNAPPER WITH FENNEL AND GARLIC



Red Snapper with Fennel and Garlic image

Succulent and tender baked snapper with all your favorite ingredients, garlic, shallots, fennel and white wine.

Provided by IMANKAY

Categories     Seafood     Fish

Time 50m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

⅓ cup extra-virgin olive oil
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 bulb fennel, thinly sliced
1 shallot, minced
½ cup chopped fresh parsley
1 (4 pound) whole red snapper
salt and pepper to taste
¼ cup dry white wine
2 tablespoons lemon juice
3 tablespoons minced garlic

Steps:

  • Preheat an oven to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C). Spray a 9x13 inch baking dish with cooking spray.
  • Heat 4 tablespoons of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Stir in 3 cloves minced garlic, fennel, and minced shallot. Cook and stir until the fennel has begun to soften, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat. Transfer vegetables to a bowl, and stir in chopped parsley. Reserve cooking oil.
  • Season the fish all over with salt and pepper to taste, then stuff snapper with fennel mixture. Use kitchen twine to tie the snapper together in three places. Place the snapper into the prepared baking dish, drizzle with the white wine, lemon juice, and reserved oil. Sprinkle with 3 tablespoons of garlic.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until the fish is no longer translucent, and flakes easily with a fork, about 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 452.1 calories, Carbohydrate 7.1 g, Cholesterol 110.9 mg, Fat 16.6 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 63.3 g, SaturatedFat 2.6 g, Sodium 160.1 mg, Sugar 0.6 g

VERACRUZ-STYLE RED SNAPPER



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I like red snapper for this, but any white, flaky fish will work. By the way, many Veracruz-style fish recipes call for pickled jalapenos, but I think there's plenty of acidity in this from the lime and tomatoes, so I like the fresh pepper a little more.

Provided by Chef John

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 40m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 tablespoons olive oil
½ white onion, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon capers
1 tablespoon caper juice
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
⅓ cup pitted, sliced green olives (such as Castelvetrano)
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped
2 teaspoons chopped fresh oregano
2 teaspoons olive oil
2 (7 ounce) red snapper fillets, cut in half
salt and pepper to taste
½ teaspoon cayenne pepper, or more to taste
2 limes, juiced

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
  • Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Stir in onion; cook and stir until onions begin to turn translucent, 6 to 7 minutes.
  • Cook and stir in garlic until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add capers and caper juice; stir to combine.
  • Stir in tomatoes, olives, jalapeno pepper, . Cook and stir until jalapeno pepper softens and tomatoes begin to collapse, about 3 minutes. Remove from heat; stir in oregano.
  • Drizzle 1 teaspoon olive oil into a small baking dish. Sprinkle in 1 tablespoon of the tomato-olive mixture. Top with 1 snapper fillet, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper. Top with more filling and juice from 1 lime. Repeat with remaining snapper fillet, seasoning, and lime juice in a second baking dish.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until fish is flaky and no longer translucent, 15 to 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 452.3 calories, Carbohydrate 16.2 g, Cholesterol 72.6 mg, Fat 25.2 g, Fiber 4.1 g, Protein 43.1 g, SaturatedFat 3.6 g, Sodium 1033.5 mg, Sugar 2.7 g

RED SNAPPER



Red Snapper image

Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h5m

Yield 1 serving

Number Of Ingredients 22

1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 medium onion, peeled and minced
1/2 stalk celery, peeled and minced
1/2 clove fresh garlic, peeled and minced
1/2 tablespoon curry powder
1/2 cup white wine
3/4 cup fish stock or clam broth
Vegetable Italian Couscous, recipe follows
1 (6 to 7-ounce) red snapper fillet, skin on
Super fine flour
Coarse salt, to taste
Pepper, to taste
1/8 cup vegetable oil
1/4 cup carrot extract (juice)
1 tablespoon fresh tarragon, chopped
1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/4 cup brunoise carrot
1/4 cup brunoise celery
1/4 cup brunoise red pepper
2 cups chicken stock or vegetarian stock
1/2 cup Italian couscous

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a medium saute pan over medium heat. Add vegetables and cook for 3 minutes, or until they have just sweated their moisture. Stir in curry powder and cook for 1 minute. Add wine and simmer 4 minutes. Stir in the stock and cook, for 10 minutes. Remove from heat. Cover and keep warm on back of stove.
  • Reheat vegetable couscous. Wipe snapper fillet dry. Using a sharp knife, score the skin in a crosshatch pattern. Lightly dust with flour and season to taste with salt and pepper. Heat vegetable oil in a 12-inch saute pan over medium heat. When very hot but not smoking, add the fillet, skin-side down. Raise heat and cook, occasionally tilting pan to distribute fat evenly, for about 6 minutes. Remove from heat and drain on paper towels.
  • Return sauce to high heat. Bring to a rolling boil, add 1/2 tablespoon olive oil, carrot juice, and herbs. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Turn off heat. Place vegetable Italian couscous in shallow soup (or pasta) plate. Carefully set snapper fillet in the center of couscous. Quickly spoon broth over top and serve.
  • Heat medium stockpot, add olive oil and saute carrots, celery and red pepper until translucent.
  • Add chicken stock or vegetarian stock. Bring to a boil, add couscous and lower heat to a simmer, and cook for 5 to 7 minutes.

RED SNAPPER WITH FAVA BEAN PUREE



Red Snapper with Fava Bean Puree image

Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Categories     main-dish

Time 22m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 cups low-sodium chicken stock
3 pound fresh fava beans, shelled or 1 pound frozen lima beans, thawed
3 tablespoons chopped fresh mint leaves
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
4 (6-ounce) center-cut red snapper fillets
Olive oil, for frying

Steps:

  • In a medium saucepan, bring the stock to a boil over medium-high heat. Add the beans. Reduce the heat to low, and simmer until the beans are tender, about 5 to 8 minutes. Drain the beans and reserve 1 cup of stock. Place the drained beans and reserved stock in a blender or food processor. Add the mint and blend until smooth. Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
  • In a large skillet, heat enough oil to fill the pan 1/4-inch deep, over medium-high heat. Season the fish with salt and pepper on both sides. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes each side until brown and the center is just opaque.
  • Divide the fava bean puree between 4 serving plates. Place a filet of red snapper on top of the puree. Serve immediately.

RED SNAPPER VERA CRUZ



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Marinated in lime juice, these mouthwatering fish fillets are truly special, thanks to their delicate flavor and zippy cooked sauce.-Mike Bass, Alvin, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 45m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 21

VERA CRUZ SAUCE:
1 medium onion, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons olive oil
3 garlic cloves, minced
3 large tomatoes, seeded and chopped
12 pitted green olives, cut in half
2 jalapeno peppers, seeded and cut into thin strips
2 tablespoons capers, drained
1 bay leaf
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon pepper
FISH:
4 red snapper fillets (8 ounces each)
2 tablespoons lime juice
Salt and pepper to taste
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
2 eggs
1/4 cup milk
3 tablespoons butter
3 tablespoons olive oil

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, saute onion in oil until onion is tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Add the tomatoes, olives, jalapenos, capers, bay leaf, salt, oregano and pepper. Cook for 10 minutes or until sauce is reduced by half. Remove from the heat; discard bay leaf. Keep warm., Sprinkle fillets with lime juice, salt and pepper. Cover and refrigerate for 15 minutes. Place flour in a shallow bowl. In another shallow bowl, whisk eggs and milk. Drain and discard lime juice. Coat fillets with flour, then dip in egg mixture., In a large skillet, fry fillets in butter and oil for 8-10 minutes on each side or until fish flakes easily with a fork. Serve with sauce.

Nutrition Facts :

FIESTA RED SNAPPER



Fiesta Red Snapper image

Provided by Peter Rasmussen

Categories     Onion     Pepper     Tomato     Quick & Easy     Snapper     Cilantro     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 4-ounce can diced mild green chilies
4 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
3 large garlic cloves, chopped
1 14 1/2-ounce can Mexican-style or regular stewed tomatoes
1 1/4 pounds red snapper fillets
Lime wedges

Steps:

  • Heat oil in large skillet over medium-high heat. Add onion and sauté 3 minutes. Add green chilies, 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro and garlic; sauté 2 minutes. Mix in tomatoes with juices, breaking up tomatoes with back of fork. Sprinkle fish with salt and pepper; place fish atop sauce. Bring to simmer. Cover skillet, reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until fish is just opaque in center, about 8 minutes.
  • Transfer fish to platter. Simmer sauce to thicken slightly, if desired. Season sauce with salt and pepper. Spoon sauce over fish. Sprinkle with remaining 2 tablespoons cilantro. Surround with lime wedges and serve.

Tips:

  • Choose the freshest red snapper possible. Look for fish that has bright red eyes, firm flesh, and a mild, briny smell.
  • If you're using a whole red snapper, be sure to clean and scale it thoroughly before cooking. You can also ask your fishmonger to do this for you.
  • Red snapper can be cooked using a variety of methods, including baking, grilling, frying, and steaming. The best method for you will depend on your personal preferences and the recipe you're using.
  • Red snapper is a versatile fish that can be paired with a variety of flavors. Some popular choices include lemon, garlic, herbs, and spices.
  • Be careful not to overcook red snapper, as it can easily become dry and tough. The fish is cooked through when it flakes easily with a fork.

Conclusion:

Red snapper is a delicious and healthy fish that can be enjoyed in a variety of ways. With its mild flavor and firm texture, red snapper is a great choice for both beginner and experienced cooks. Whether you're baking, grilling, frying, or steaming it, red snapper is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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