Baked Red Snapper With Black Beans Recipe

Name: Baked Red Snapper With Black Beans
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound black beans; 1 small onion, finely chopped; 1 clove garlic, minced; 1 green chili, minced; Freshly ground pepper to taste; Coarse salt to taste; 1 3- to 4-pound red snapper left whole, with head on; 1 clove garlic, peeled; 1/2 cup freshly squeezed orange juice; Juice 1 lemon; 1 teaspoon ground coriander; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1 teaspoon paprika; 1/2 cup fresh coriander leaves; Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper to taste; 1/2 cup peanut or olive oil; Fresh coriander leaves to garnish

Servings: persons

1 pound black beans
1 small onion, finely chopped
1 clove garlic, minced
1 green chili, minced
Freshly ground pepper to taste
Coarse salt to taste
1 3- to 4-pound red snapper left whole, with head on
1 clove garlic, peeled
1/2 cup freshly squeezed orange juice
Juice 1 lemon
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon paprika
1/2 cup fresh coriander leaves
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
1/2 cup peanut or olive oil
Fresh coriander leaves to garnish

1
Cook the beans in water to cover with onion, garlic, chili and pepper for about one hour, or until tender.
2
Add salt halfway through cooking time.
3
Meanwhile, wipe the snapper inside and out with paper towels.
4
Combine the remaining ingredients except coriander leaves for garnishing in a food processor and process until smooth.
5
Coat the fish with the mixture and leave for a couple of hours.
6
Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
7
Bake the fish for 30 to 45 minutes, or until it is cooked through and tested with a fork.
8
Place the fish on a serving platter, garnish with coriander and serve.
9
Pass the beans separately.

445

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 pound black beans, 1 small onion, finely chopped, 1 clove garlic, minced, 1 green chili, minced, and more.

Yes, Baked Red Snapper With Black Beans falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Baked Red Snapper With Black Beans

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Variations & substitutions

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