Spicy Snapper Sandwiches Recipe

Name: Spicy Snapper Sandwiches
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 teaspoon finely grated lime zest; 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1 Thai or serrano chile, minced; 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil; Four 6-ounce red snapper fillets; Salt and freshly ground pepper; 1/4 cup mayonnaise; 1/2 tablespoon capers, chopped; 4 rolls or buns, split; 4 Bibb or romaine lettuce leaves; 4 thin slices red onion

Servings: persons

1 teaspoon finely grated lime zest
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 Thai or serrano chile, minced
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
Four 6-ounce red snapper fillets
Salt and freshly ground pepper
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1/2 tablespoon capers, chopped
4 rolls or buns, split
4 Bibb or romaine lettuce leaves
4 thin slices red onion

1
Preheat the oven to 400.
2
In a bowl, mix half of the lime zest, lime juice, garlic and chile.
3
Stir in the olive oil.
4
Make 3 shallow 2-inch slashes into the skin of each fish fillet.
5
Spread the garlic-chile paste over the fish.
6
Transfer the fish to a baking dish, skin side up; season with salt and pepper.
7
Bake for 8 minutes, until the fish flakes easily.
8
Meanwhile, in another small bowl, combine the mayonnaise with the capers and the remaining lime zest, lime juice, garlic and chile.
9
Season the sauce with salt and pepper.
10
Toast the buns.
11
Spread the sauce on the buns and top with the fish, lettuce and onion.
12
Close the sandwiches and serve.

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* 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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 teaspoon finely grated lime zest, 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice, 2 garlic cloves, minced, 1 Thai or serrano chile, minced, and more.

Yes, Spicy Snapper Sandwiches 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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Spicy Snapper Sandwiches

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Variations & substitutions

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