Pan Seared Snapper With Lemon-Caper Sauce Recipe

Name: Pan Seared Snapper With Lemon-Caper Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 filets 8 0z Snapper; 1 tablespoon cooking oil canola or olive oil; 1 butter Pat of; sea salt; sauce; 2 tablespoons capers; 2 butter pats of; 1/2 fresh lemon; 3 tablespoons white wine ., if you drink it use it!; 2 tablespoons shallots chopped

Servings: persons

1
FISH: In a medium-high heated saute pan add the oil. Season the filets with a small amount of salt and pepper. Put the pat of butter into the pan and IMMEDIATELY add the snapper filets over the pats of butter. After 3-4 minutes when you see a golden brown edge flip the filets with a spatula, then continue to cook 3-4 minutes. Remove filets to a plate and immediately start sauce prep.
2
In your hot pan from cooking fish, add shallots and the white wine. Use caution as the wine might flame...that's ok it is just burning off the alcohol. After the wine starts to bubble and reduce by half, add the capers and squeeze the lemon juice into the pan. Last turn off the heat and stir in pats of butter till completely melted and incorporated into the sauce. Serve over fish with your favorite greek salad!

575

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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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

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: 2 filets 8 0z Snapper, 1 tablespoon cooking oil canola or olive oil, 1 butter Pat of, sea salt, and more.

Yes, Pan Seared Snapper With Lemon-Caper Sauce 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Pan Seared Snapper With Lemon-Caper Sauce

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