Red Snapper Recipe

Time30m

Serves4

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Ingredients

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1
Prepare the Red Snapper
Rinse the red snapper fillets under cold running water and pat them dry with paper towels. This helps to remove any excess moisture and ensures a better sear when cooking.
2
Chop the Garlic
Peel and finely chop the garlic cloves. Set aside for later use.
3
Chop the Parsley
Wash and finely chop the fresh parsley, then set aside.
4
Prepare the Lemon
Cut the lemon in half and juice it, discarding any seeds. Set the juice aside and slice the other half into wedges for serving.

5
Heat the Pan
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat until it shimmers.
6
Cook the Garlic
Add the chopped garlic to the hot oil and sauté for about 1 minute, until fragrant but not browned.
7
Season the Fish
Season the red snapper fillets with salt, black pepper, and optional red chili flakes if desired.
8
Cook the Red Snapper
Carefully place the fillets in the skillet, skin-side down. Cook for about 4-5 minutes, then carefully flip and cook for an additional 4 minutes or until the fish flakes easily with a fork.
9
Add Fresh Parsley
In the last minute of cooking, sprinkle the chopped parsley over the fillets.

10
Plate the Dish
Remove the red snapper from the skillet and place it on a serving platter. Drizzle with lemon juice and garnish with lemon wedges.
11
Serve
Serve immediately, optionally garnished with capers for added flavor.