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Red Snapper with Creamy Creole Sauce

Red Snapper with Creamy Creole Sauce
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Red Snapper with Creamy Creole Sauce is a vibrant and flavorful seafood dish that captures the essence of Creole cuisine. This recipe features tender red snapper fillets topped with a luscious, spicy cream sauce, making it perfect for both weeknight dinners and special occasions. The rich blend of spices and creamy elements enhances the natural flavors of the fish, creating a meal that is sure to impress family and friends alike. Whether served over rice, pasta, or alongside grilled vegetables, this dish brings a burst of flavor to your table and is easy enough for cooks of all skill levels to master.

Ingredients

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  • 4 red snapper fillets (about 6 ounces each)
  • Salt and pepper
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 1 bell pepper, chopped (red or green)
  • 1 celery stalk, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

  1. Season red snapper fillets with salt and pepper on both sides.
  2. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat; cook the fillets for 3-4 minutes per side until flaky. Remove from skillet.
  3. Lower heat; add butter, onion, bell pepper, and celery to sauté for 5 minutes until softened.
  4. Stir in garlic, paprika, cayenne pepper, thyme, and oregano; cook for 1 minute.
  5. Add chicken broth; scrape any bits from the pan and reduce for 2-3 minutes.
  6. Mix in heavy cream, tomato paste, and lemon juice; simmer until thickened (about 5 minutes).
  7. Return fish to skillet; spoon sauce over fillets and warm through for another 3 minutes.
  8. Serve garnished with fresh parsley.

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