Jul 17 2026
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Pescado Al Ajo Recipe

Inspired by Hacienda
Time30m
Serves4

Fresh fillet of red snapper delicately seasoned and sautéed in garlic butter sauce. Garnished with lemon wedges and pico de gallo. Served with rice and beans.

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Ingredients

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Pescado al Ajo

Method

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Fish

    Pat the red snapper fillets dry with paper towels. Season both sides with salt and black pepper.

  2. 2

    Make the Garlic Butter Sauce

    In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 2 minutes until fragrant, but not browned.

  3. 3

    Cook the Fish

    Carefully add the seasoned red snapper fillets to the skillet. Cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side until the fish is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.

  4. 4

    Finish the Sauce

    Add the lemon juice to the skillet and sprinkle the chopped parsley over the fish. Cook for an additional minute.

  5. 5

    Serve

    Plate the fish and drizzle with the garlic butter sauce. Garnish with lemon wedges and pico de gallo. Serve with a side of cooked rice and beans.

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