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Red Snapper with Creole Sauce

Savory Red Snapper with Creamy Creole Sauce Delight

Experience bold flavors with this Red Snapper with Creole Sauce, perfect for family dinners and special occasions.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Creole, Louisiana
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Fish
  • 4 fillets Red Snapper Substitute with grouper or halibut if needed
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can substitute with avocado oil
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust based on taste
  • 1 teaspoon Freshly Ground Black Pepper Or use white pepper
  • 2 tablespoons Creole Seasoning Blend Store-bought or homemade
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika Regular paprika can be used
For the Creamy Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Can use plant-based butter for dairy-free
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Coconut cream can be used for dairy-free
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth Vegetable broth can be substituted
  • 2 tablespoons Tomato Paste Optional, enhances flavor
For the Vegetables
  • 1 cup Bell Peppers Chopped
  • 1 cup Onions Chopped
  • 1 cup Ripe Tomatoes Diced
  • 1/4 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper Adjust for heat preference
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley Chopped, for garnish

Equipment

  • Sauté pan
  • baking pan
  • oven

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a baking pan with olive oil.
  2. Pat the red snapper fillets dry, then season with salt, pepper, Creole seasoning, and smoked paprika.
  3. Sear the fish in a sauté pan with olive oil over medium-high heat for about 3 minutes per side.
  4. Transfer the fish to the baking pan and bake for approximately 15 minutes until the internal temperature is 130°F (54°C).
  5. In the same sauté pan, add butter and sauté onions, bell peppers, and tomatoes for about 5 minutes.
  6. Stir in tomato paste and heavy cream, thinning with chicken broth, and let simmer for 5 minutes on low heat.
  7. Serve the baked fish topped with the creamy sauce and garnish with parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 30gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

This dish is low-carb and gluten-free, ideal for family gatherings and special occasions.

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