Florida Keys Red Snapper Recipe

Name: Florida Keys Red Snapper
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 to 4 lb. red snapper, scaled and cleaned; peanut or vegetable oil; 1/2 tsp. salt; freshly ground pepper; 1/4 c. butter; 1/2 c. finely chopped onion; 1/4 c. finely chopped celery; 1/4 c. finely chopped green pepper; 2 scallions, chopped (including green part); 2 c. toasted breadcrumbs; 1/4 c. finely chopped parsley; 1/4 c. coarsely chopped nuts (almonds); 6 thin tomato slices; 6 thin onion slices; 6 thin orange slices; 6 thin lime slices; juice of 1/2 lime

Servings: persons

3 to 4 lb. red snapper, scaled and cleaned
peanut or vegetable oil
1/2 tsp. salt
freshly ground pepper
1/4 c. butter
1/2 c. finely chopped onion
1/4 c. finely chopped celery
1/4 c. finely chopped green pepper
2 scallions, chopped (including green part)
2 c. toasted breadcrumbs
1/4 c. finely chopped parsley
1/4 c. coarsely chopped nuts (almonds)
6 thin tomato slices
6 thin onion slices
6 thin orange slices
6 thin lime slices
juice of 1/2 lime

1
Preheat oven to 350u00b0.
2
Rub fish lightly with oil and sprinkle inside and out with salt and pepper.
3
Melt butter and saute onion, green pepper and scallions until onion is cooked.
4
Stir in breadcrumbs, parsley and toasted almonds, seasoning with salt and pepper.
5
Stuff the fish with mixture and tie with string.
6
Place the fish on a length of aluminum foil and cover with alternating, slightly overlapping, slices of tomato, onion, orange and lime. Bring up edges of foil and secure it envelope style.
7
Bake 30 minutes or until fish flakes easily with fork.

809

kcal

Calories

Fat

146

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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

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: 3 to 4 lb. red snapper, scaled and cleaned, peanut or vegetable oil, 1/2 tsp. salt, freshly ground pepper, and more.

Yes, Florida Keys Red Snapper falls under the General 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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Florida Keys Red Snapper

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Variations & substitutions

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