Grilled Snapper With Lemon Basil Beurre Blanc Recipe

Name: Grilled Snapper With Lemon Basil Beurre Blanc
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup lemon basil leaves; 2 tablespoons heavy cream; 5 tablespoons white wine; 2 teaspoons white wine vinegar; 2 teaspoons lemon juice; 3 tablespoons minced onion; 8 tablespoons unsalted butter; Salt to taste; 2 small whole red snappers, cleaned and scaled; Olive oil

Servings: persons

1/2 cup lemon basil leaves
2 tablespoons heavy cream
5 tablespoons white wine
2 teaspoons white wine vinegar
2 teaspoons lemon juice
3 tablespoons minced onion
8 tablespoons unsalted butter
Salt to taste
2 small whole red snappers, cleaned and scaled
Olive oil

1
Puree basil leaves and heavy cream in a blender and reserve.
2
In a medium saucepan, bring wine, vinegar, lemon juice and minced onion to a simmer, uncovered.
3
When liquid has been reduced down to 1/4 its original volume (about 5-10 minutes), turn off heat and whisk in the cream/basil mixture, being sure to spoon in all basil shreds.
4
Add butter to mixture one tablespoon at a time, whisking continuously, until all is used.
5
Return pot to low heat for a few seconds, if necessary, so last butter pats melt.
6
Strain sauce, and add salt to taste.
7
Set aside.
8
Prepare a grill.
9
Grill fish 8 minutes per side, until skin is crispy.
10
Lift meat from bones and place on plates.
11
Drizzle with beurre blanc and serve.

241

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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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup lemon basil leaves, 2 tablespoons heavy cream, 5 tablespoons white wine, 2 teaspoons white wine vinegar, and more.

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

Grilled Snapper With Lemon Basil Beurre Blanc

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