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Red Snapper with Creamy Creole Sauce

Red Snapper with Creamy Creole Sauce for a Flavorful Dinner

Enjoy a delightful Red Snapper with Creamy Creole Sauce, a dish bursting with flavor and perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Creole
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Fish
  • 4 fillets Red Snapper You can substitute with cod or halibut
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil For sautéing vegetables
  • 1 cup Onion Finely chopped
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 cup Green Bell Pepper Diced
  • 1 cup Celery Diced
  • 2 tablespoons All-purpose Flour Use gluten-free if needed
  • 2 cups Chicken Broth Fish stock can be used
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Can substitute with half-and-half or coconut cream
  • 2 tablespoons Creole Seasoning Adjust according to taste
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire Sauce
  • 0.5 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper Adjust for desired heat
For Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons Parsley Chopped
For Serving
  • 2 cups Cooked Rice

Equipment

  • large skillet

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add olive oil. Sauté onion, green bell pepper, and celery for 5-7 minutes until soft.
  2. Stir in minced garlic and sauté until fragrant. Sprinkle flour over vegetables and stir for 1-2 minutes until golden brown.
  3. Gradually whisk in chicken broth, followed by heavy cream, Creole seasoning, Worcestershire sauce, and cayenne pepper. Simmer for 5-7 minutes until thickened.
  4. Place red snapper fillets in sauce, cover, and cook for 5-7 minutes until fish is flaky and opaque.
  5. Stir in parsley before serving. Serve snapper over cooked rice, garnished with additional parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Customize spice levels and use fresh ingredients for the best flavor.

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