Best 3 Key West Fillets Recipes

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Welcome to the culinary journey of discovering the best recipe for cooking "Key West Fillets." This delightful dish, known for its tropical flavors and fresh seafood, will transport you to the vibrant shores of the Florida Keys. Whether you're a seasoned chef or a home cook looking to impress your friends and family, this article will guide you through a world of taste and provide you with the knowledge and inspiration to create a truly memorable meal. Get ready to embark on an adventure of flavors as we explore the art of cooking Key West Fillets and uncover the secrets to a perfect dish.

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

KEY WEST-STYLE BAKED GROUPER



Key West-Style Baked Grouper image

You'll enjoy a taste of Key West with this citrus flavored grouper that will make you feel like you are on a romantic, tropical beach.

Provided by kim cooks

Categories     Seafood     Fish

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

½ cup softened butter, plus more for baking dish
4 (8 ounce) fillets grouper
1 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon lemon pepper, or to taste
2 teaspoons garlic powder
2 teaspoons onion powder
¼ cup key lime juice
¼ cup fresh orange juice
12 slices lime
8 oranges

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Lightly butter a 9x13-inch glass baking dish and set aside.
  • Season the grouper fillets with salt, lemon pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder; place into prepared baking dish. Spread about 2 tablespoons of softened butter over the top of each fillet. Pour in the lime and orange juices, then cover each fillet with 3 slices of lime and 2 slices of orange.
  • Bake in preheated oven until fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork, about 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 453.7 calories, Carbohydrate 11 g, Cholesterol 144.2 mg, Fat 25.5 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 45.2 g, SaturatedFat 15.1 g, Sodium 1186.8 mg, Sugar 5.5 g

KEY WEST FILLETS



Key West Fillets image

I love fish, but since I am the only one in my family that eats it, I never cook it at home. This is an easy recipe to start with for me. Recipe notes: In Key West, the fish fillets would be grouper, but sole, flounder, or whatever is on sale will work.

Provided by AZPARZYCH

Categories     Weeknight

Time 35m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/4 cup butter
2/3 cup saltine crackers, crushed
1/4 cup parmesan cheese, grated
1 teaspoon italian seasoning
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1 lb fish fillet
1/2 lime, juice of

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Melt butter in a 9x13 baking pan in the oven.
  • In a shallow dish, combine cracker crumbs, parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, salt and garlic powder.
  • Dip fillets in melted butter, then in cracker-crumb mixture.
  • Arrange fish in a single layer in the baking pan, sprinkle with lime juice and bake for about 20 minutes, until fish is tender and flakes easily with a fork.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 298.8, Fat 15.3, SaturatedFat 8.8, Cholesterol 98.3, Sodium 706.4, Carbohydrate 9.5, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 0.4, Protein 29.6

BLUE HEAVEN'S YELLOWTAIL SNAPPER



Blue Heaven's Yellowtail Snapper image

Provided by Jonathan Reynolds

Categories     dinner, easy, quick, main course

Time 30m

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 cup dry white wine
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon lime juice
1/4 cup whipping cream
5 tablespoons cold butter
salt and pepper to taste
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 6- 8-ounce yellowtail snapper, grouper or other snapper fillets

Steps:

  • For citrus beurre blanc, combine wine and juices in a pan and boil until reduced to 3 tablespoons, about 10 minutes.
  • Add cream and simmer to about 1 1/84 cup and slightly thickened, about 2 minutes. Remove from the heat and whisk in 4 tablespoons butter. Season with salt and pepper, set aside and keep warm.
  • Meanwhile, pour flour in a shallow dish and dip fillets in it to coat. Melt remaining butter in a pan and cook fillets, turning once, till fish flakes easily, about 8 minutes.
  • Serve fish over a pool of beurre blanc with fried plantains, steamed fresh green beans and fresh corn.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 635, UnsaturatedFat 13 grams, Carbohydrate 13 grams, Fat 41 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 43 grams, SaturatedFat 25 grams, Sodium 809 milligrams, Sugar 2 grams, TransFat 1 gram

Tips:

  • To ensure the fish fillets remain moist and flavorful, pat them dry before coating and cooking.
  • Use a light touch when breading the fish fillets to prevent the coating from becoming too thick and heavy.
  • Heat the oil to the proper temperature before adding the fish fillets to prevent them from sticking.
  • Cook the fish fillets until they are golden brown and cooked through, but be careful not to overcook them.
  • Serve the fish fillets immediately with your favorite sides, such as rice, potatoes, or vegetables.

Conclusion:

With its crispy breading, tender fish, and flavorful sauce, Key West Fillets is a delicious and easy-to-make dish. Whether you're serving it for a special occasion or a casual weeknight meal, this recipe is sure to be a hit.

By following the tips above, you can create a perfect Key West Fillets dish that your family and friends will love.

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