Description
A quick and easy recipe for tender red snapper fillets topped with a rich and creamy Creole sauce, perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 fillets of red snapper
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Creole seasoning
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Prep the pan: Start by heating the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Sauté the veggies: Add the diced onion and bell pepper to the skillet and sauté until they are soft, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Season and cook the fish: Pat the red snapper fillets dry and season with salt, pepper, and Creole seasoning. Place the fish in the hot oil and cook for 4-5 minutes on each side.
- Make the sauce: Reduce the heat and pour in the heavy cream, stirring gently. Let it simmer for 3-4 minutes.
- Serve with style: Plate the fish, pour the creamy sauce over, and garnish with fresh parsley.
Notes
For a lighter option, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half or dairy-free cream. Feel free to add extra spices or lemon juice for more flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Creole
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: Red Snapper, Creamy Sauce, Quick Dinner, Easy Fish Recipe, Creole Cuisine