Red Snapper Veracruz Recipe
Seared & sautéed in garlic, olive oil, fresh tomatoes, capers, black & green olives, garnished with mussels & clams & finished in an olive oil white wine sauce. Served with rice and vegetables.
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Snapper
Season the red snapper fillets with salt and pepper on both sides.
- 2
Sear the Snapper
In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the snapper fillets and sear for about 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
- 3
Sauté the Vegetables
In the same skillet, add the remaining olive oil and sauté the minced garlic until fragrant. Add the diced tomatoes, capers, black olives, and green olives. Cook for about 5 minutes until the tomatoes soften.
- 4
Add Seafood and Wine
Add the mussels and clams to the skillet. Pour in the white wine and bring to a simmer. Cover the skillet and cook for about 5-7 minutes until the mussels and clams open.
- 5
Combine and Serve
Return the seared snapper to the skillet, spooning the sauce over the fish. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to heat through. Serve with rice and vegetables.
