Cajun Snapper (and don't forget the garlic!) Recipe

Name: Cajun Snapper (and don't forget the garlic!)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 large fresh red snapper; 12 medium onion; 4 tablespoons melted butter; 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 1 teaspoon garlic powder; 6 cloves fresh garlic; 1 lemon; 12 bell pepper; 2 tablespoons cajun seasoning; 4 slices uncooked bacon; 2 tablespoons lemon juice

Servings: persons

1 large fresh red snapper
12 medium onion
4 tablespoons melted butter
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon garlic powder
6 cloves fresh garlic
1 lemon
12 bell pepper
2 tablespoons cajun seasoning
4 slices uncooked bacon
2 tablespoons lemon juice

1
Take a large piece of aluminum foil and lay two slices of bacon in an X pattern.
2
Lay the snapper on the bacon and place the other two slices in an X pattern on top of the snapper.
3
Pour the melted butter on the snapper and add the onion, bell pepper and lemon (all sliced) Lay the fresh garlic on the snapper.
4
Sprinkle the cayenne pepper, cajun seasoning, and garlic powder.
5
Add the lemon juice.
6
Seal the fish in the foil and place on a baking pan.
7
Place in oven at 400F for 40 minutes or until flaky.
8
You can also cook on a grill for appx 20-25 minutes.
9
Remove the snapper out of the foil and discard the cooking juices.
10
I love to serve this with a slice of fresh lemon, a small dinner salad and then dirty rice on the side with corn.
11
And let us not forget to have Tobasco on the table for those who like it spicer (like me)!

470

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 large fresh red snapper, 12 medium onion, 4 tablespoons melted butter, 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper, and more.

Yes, Cajun Snapper (and don't forget the garlic!) falls under the Meat & Poultry 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.

Cajun Snapper (and don't forget the garlic!)

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