Snapper Whole Cart Recipe
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Ingredients
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Fish Preparation
Vegetable Garnish
Side Dish
Method
Fish Preparation
- 1
Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- 2
Prepare the Snapper
Rinse the whole snapper under cold water and pat dry with paper towels.
- 3
Season the Snapper
In a small bowl, mix together olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper. Rub this mixture all over the snapper, including inside the cavity.
- 4
Stuff the Snapper
Place lemon slices and fresh herbs inside the cavity of the fish for added flavor.
Cooking the Snapper
- 5
Bake the Snapper
Place the seasoned snapper on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the fish is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
Vegetable Garnish
- 6
Prepare Vegetables
While the fish is baking, slice cherry tomatoes, red onion, bell pepper, and cucumber into bite-sized pieces. Combine them in a bowl and set aside.
Cooking Rice
- 7
Cook the Rice
In a medium saucepan, combine rice, water, and salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until rice is tender and water is absorbed.
Serving
- 8
Plate the Dish
Once the snapper is done, remove it from the oven. Serve the baked snapper on a large platter, accompanied by the fresh vegetable garnish and a side of rice.