Snapper A La Veracruzana Recipe

Name: Snapper A La Veracruzana
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: ONIONS; 3 tablespoons canola oil; 2 tablespoons unsalted butter or 2 tablespoons unsalted margarine; 1 large red onion, thinly sliced; 1/2 large Spanish onion, thinly sliced; 1/2 cup california golden raisin; 1 tablespoon sugar; 1/2 cup sherry wine vinegar; salt & freshly ground black pepper, to taste; crushed red pepper flakes (We added a pinch, not in original recipe) (optional); FISH; 4 yellowtail red snapper fillets, about 6 oz each; salt & freshly ground black pepper, to taste; 1 3/4 teaspoons cumin, divided; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 4 garlic cloves, minced; 1/4 cup black olives, chopped; 1 tomatoes, diced (We used 3 tomatoes); 1/4 cup california golden raisin; 1/3 cup sherry wine; 1/3 cup sherry wine vinegar; 1 1/2 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme; 1 1/2 teaspoons chopped fresh sage; 1 1/2 teaspoons chopped fresh rosemary; 1/3 cup chicken stock (We used low-sodium chicken stock); 4 tablespoons unsalted butter or 4 tablespoons unsalted margarine; 4 slices French bread, toasted (We used Cuban bread)

Servings: persons

ONIONS
3 tablespoons canola oil
2 tablespoons unsalted butter or 2 tablespoons unsalted margarine
1 large red onion, thinly sliced
1/2 large Spanish onion, thinly sliced
1/2 cup california golden raisin
1 tablespoon sugar
1/2 cup sherry wine vinegar
salt & freshly ground black pepper, to taste
crushed red pepper flakes (We added a pinch, not in original recipe) (optional)
FISH
4 yellowtail red snapper fillets, about 6 oz each
salt & freshly ground black pepper, to taste
1 3/4 teaspoons cumin, divided
2 tablespoons olive oil
4 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 cup black olives, chopped
1 tomatoes, diced (We used 3 tomatoes)
1/4 cup california golden raisin
1/3 cup sherry wine
1/3 cup sherry wine vinegar
1 1/2 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme
1 1/2 teaspoons chopped fresh sage
1 1/2 teaspoons chopped fresh rosemary
1/3 cup chicken stock (We used low-sodium chicken stock)
4 tablespoons unsalted butter or 4 tablespoons unsalted margarine
4 slices French bread, toasted (We used Cuban bread)

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ONIONS:
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In large sautepan, heat oil and butter or margarine, over medium-high heat; brown the onions, stirring occasionally, about 8 minutes.
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Add raisins and sugar and cook another 2 minutes.
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Add vinegar, salt, pepper, & red pepper flakes, if adding, simmering until almost no liquid remains.
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SNAPPER FILLETS:
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Rub fillets with salt and pepper and use 1/4 teaspoon cumin.
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In large skillet, heat olive oil, adding fillets and sear until golden brown on both sides, about 8 minutes.
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Transfer to serving plates or platter.
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Add garlic to pan and saute for 1 minute.
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Stir in onions, reserving 1/2 cup for the bread, along with olives, capers, tomatoes, raisins, sherry and vinegar, stirring constantly until some of liquid evaporates.
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Add herbs. stock and remaining 1-1/2 teaspoons cumin and continue cooking until sauce thickens, about 3 minutes.
12
Reduce heat, gradually, adding butter or margarine and adjusting the seasoning.
13
Spoon over snapper and top with toasted bread and reserved onions.
14
Serve with fresh asparagus. Yummy!

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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.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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 27 ingredients. The key ingredients include: ONIONS, 3 tablespoons canola oil, 2 tablespoons unsalted butter or 2 tablespoons unsalted margarine, 1 large red onion, thinly sliced, and more.

Yes, Snapper A La Veracruzana falls under the Seafood 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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Snapper A La Veracruzana

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