SAUTéED RED SNAPPER WITH RHUBARB SAUCE
Here, the moderately rich snapper, lightly crisped, tasting of butter or olive oil works beautifully with the tart-sweet rhubarb sauce. The rhubarb cooks with no added liquid -- it contains plenty, as you'll see -- and needs almost no preparation other than a quick trim and rinse. If the stalks are very large -- more than an inch wide and a foot long -- use a vegetable peeler or a paring knife to remove the strings and cut into 4 or 5 inch pieces. (Never eat the rhubarb leaves; they contain toxic levels of oxalic acid, which gives rhubarb its astringency.)
Provided by Mark Bittman
Categories dinner, easy, quick, weekday, main course
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Combine the rhubarb, sugar and saffron in a small saucepan, cover and turn the heat to low. Cook, stirring only occasionally, for about 20 minutes, or until the rhubarb becomes saucy. Add salt to taste and a little more sugar if necessary. If the mixture is very soupy, continue to cook a little longer to make it thicker.
- When you judge the rhubarb to be nearly done, put a large skillet, preferably nonstick, over medium-high heat. A minute later, add the oil and butter. When the butter foam subsides, add the fillets, skin side down. Cook for 4 or 5 minutes, or until the fish is nearly done; turn carefully; and lightly brown the flesh side, seasoning it with salt and pepper as it cooks. Transfer the fish to a plate lined with paper towels to absorb excess oil.
- Serve the fish napped with a bit of the sauce and garnished, if you like, with the herb.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 371, UnsaturatedFat 9 grams, Carbohydrate 22 grams, Fat 15 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 36 grams, SaturatedFat 5 grams, Sodium 732 milligrams, Sugar 18 grams, TransFat 0 grams
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Kirungi Christopher
[email protected]This was a great recipe! The fish was cooked perfectly and the rhubarb sauce was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.
Mureed Khan
[email protected]I love the combination of red snapper and rhubarb. The fish is so delicate and the rhubarb sauce adds a nice tartness. I'll definitely be making this again.
Tajni Gamer
[email protected]This recipe was a bit too complicated for me. I think I'll try a simpler recipe next time.
Abidemi Badmus
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit with my family. The fish is always cooked perfectly and the rhubarb sauce is delicious. I usually serve it with rice and steamed vegetables.
Owen James
[email protected]This dish is a great way to use up leftover rhubarb. The sauce is easy to make and the fish cooks quickly. I served it with roasted potatoes and asparagus.
Naim Hossain
[email protected]I'm not sure what went wrong, but my fish turned out dry and overcooked. The rhubarb sauce was also too tart. I think I'll try a different recipe next time.
md shaidull islam
[email protected]This was my first time cooking red snapper, and I'm so glad I tried this recipe. The fish was flaky and flavorful, and the rhubarb sauce was a perfect complement. I'll definitely be making this again.
Bisesh Limbu
[email protected]I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and the results are always delicious. The fish is always cooked perfectly and the rhubarb sauce is the perfect accompaniment.
Mujahid Baloch
[email protected]This dish was a bit too bland for my taste. I think it could have used some more salt and pepper, or maybe some herbs or spices. The rhubarb sauce was also a bit too tart.
Haley Parson
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of rhubarb, but I thought I'd give this recipe a try anyway. I'm so glad I did! The sauce was surprisingly delicious and the fish was cooked perfectly. I'll definitely be making this again.
Vishal Aukhey
[email protected]I tried this recipe last night and it turned out great! The rhubarb sauce was a bit tart for my taste, but I added a little bit of honey and it was perfect. The fish was flaky and cooked through perfectly.
Nour Stars
[email protected]This sautéed red snapper with rhubarb sauce was an absolute delight! The fish was cooked perfectly, and the rhubarb sauce added a unique and tangy flavor that complemented the fish beautifully. I would definitely recommend this dish to anyone looking