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Red Snapper with Creamy Creole Sauce

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A delightful dish featuring tender red snapper in a rich, creamy Creole sauce, perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Seafood, Southern
Calories: 480
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 fillets red snapper fillets, skin on or off Use fresh for best flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil For sautéing.
  • 1/2 cup chopped onion
  • 1/2 cup chopped green bell pepper
  • 1/2 cup chopped celery
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour To thicken the sauce.
  • 1 1/2 cups chicken broth Use low sodium if preferred.
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream Can substitute with half-and-half or coconut milk.
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley For garnish.
  • 1 tablespoon Creole seasoning Adjust based on spice preference.
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce Optional, can omit for vegetarian version.
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper Optional for extra heat.
  • to taste Salt and black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons butter Optional, for richness.
  • as needed Cooked rice, for serving

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add onion, bell pepper, and celery. Cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
  3. Stir in the garlic for another minute.
  4. Sprinkle flour over the vegetables and cook and stir for 1-2 minutes to create a roux.
Cooking
  1. Gradually whisk in chicken broth. Then stir in heavy cream, Creole seasoning, Worcestershire sauce, and optional cayenne pepper.
  2. Simmer until thickened, about 5-7 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  3. If using, stir butter into the sauce.
  4. Gently add the red snapper fillets, cover the skillet, and cook for 5-7 minutes until the fish is cooked through.
Serving
  1. Stir in the parsley and serve over cooked rice.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 480kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 780mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2g

Notes

Serve hot, drenched in the creamy sauce. Pairs well with a simple green salad or steamed vegetables.
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