Coconut Snapper Recipe
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Ingredients
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Fish Preparation
Coconut Sauce
Garnish
Method
Fish Preparation
- 1
Marinate the Snapper
In a shallow dish, combine the snapper fillets with lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Ensure that the fillets are evenly coated. Let them marinate for about 15 minutes.
Coconut Sauce
- 2
Prepare the Coconut Sauce
In a medium saucepan, heat the coconut milk over medium heat. Add minced garlic and ginger, stirring frequently, until fragrant (about 2 minutes). Then, add the red chili flakes, fish sauce, and brown sugar to the mixture. Stir well and let the sauce simmer for about 5 minutes until slightly thickened. Remove from heat and stir in the chopped cilantro.
Cooking the Fish
- 3
Cook the Snapper
Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat and add a little oil. Once the oil is hot, carefully place the marinated snapper fillets in the skillet. Cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until the fish is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
Plating
- 4
Serve the Dish
On a plate, arrange the cooked snapper fillets. Drizzle the coconut sauce generously over the top. Garnish with lime wedges and fresh cilantro leaves. Serve immediately.