Description
Indulge in the flavors of the South with this delightful Red Snapper with Creamy Creole Sauce. This recipe perfectly marries the delicate taste of fresh red snapper with a rich, zesty Creole sauce that’s both creamy and packed with flavor. Ideal for a cozy weeknight dinner or an elegant dinner party, this dish is quick to prepare, taking just 40 minutes from start to finish. With simple ingredients and straightforward instructions, you’ll enjoy a comforting meal that impresses without the fuss. Serve it over rice or alongside your favorite sides for a complete culinary experience that will satisfy every palate.
Ingredients
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- 4 red snapper fillets (6 oz each)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 0.5 cup onion (chopped)
- 0.5 cup green bell pepper (chopped)
- 0.5 cup celery (chopped)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 0.25 cup all-purpose flour
- 1.5 cups chicken broth
- 0.5 cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon Creole seasoning
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by chopping vegetables.
- In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté onion, bell pepper, celery, and garlic until softened (about 5 minutes).
- Stir in flour and cook for an additional 2 minutes until golden brown.
- Gradually whisk in chicken broth until smooth; then add heavy cream, parsley, Creole seasoning, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and black pepper.
- Simmer the sauce for about 10 minutes until it thickens.
- In another skillet over medium heat, melt butter if using and cook red snapper skin-side down for about 4-5 minutes per side until cooked through.
- Serve warm topped with creamy Creole sauce over cooked rice or your preferred side.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Creole
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 19g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 39g
- Cholesterol: 80mg