Red Snapper with Creamy Creole Sauce
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Red Snapper with Creamy Creole Sauce, a dish that brings together tender fish and a rich, savory sauce bursting with Creole spices. Perfect for any occasion, this recipe transforms a simple weeknight dinner into an impressive culinary experience. The creamy texture of the sauce complements the flaky snapper beautifully, while the warm spices add an exciting twist to your meal. In just 40 minutes, you can serve up a nutritious and visually stunning dish that will impress family and friends alike.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Creole
Ingredients
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- 4 (6-ounce) Red Snapper Fillets
- 1 tablespoon Olive Oil
- 0.5 cup Onion (Chopped)
- 0.5 cup Green Bell Pepper (Chopped)
- 0.5 cup Celery (Chopped)
- 2 cloves Garlic (Minced)
- 0.25 cup All-purpose Flour
- 1.5 cups Chicken Broth
- 0.5 cup Heavy Cream
- Fresh Parsley (Chopped)
- Creole Seasoning
Instructions
- Chop vegetables: onion, bell pepper, celery, and garlic.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat; sauté vegetables until softened.
- Stir in flour and cook until golden.
- Gradually whisk in chicken broth and cream; bring to a simmer.
- Add seasonings and parsley; allow sauce to thicken.
- Cook the seasoned snapper fillets in another skillet until golden brown.
- Serve fish topped with creamy sauce over rice or alongside vegetables.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg