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Red Snapper Veracruz Style

Red Snapper Veracruz Style
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Red Snapper Veracruz Style is a vibrant and flavorful Mexican seafood dish featuring fresh tomatoes, briny olives, capers, and bold spices. Ready in under 30 minutes, it combines lean protein and fresh ingredients to create a healthy, colorful meal that brings the authentic taste of Veracruz straight to your table with minimal effort.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 4 red snapper fillets (fresh or thawed, about 6 oz each)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, thinly sliced
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 cups ripe tomatoes, diced (fresh or canned)
  • 1/4 cup green and black olives, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons capers
  • 1 jalapeño or serrano chili, finely chopped (adjust to taste)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh oregano, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare and Season the Fish: Rinse the red snapper fillets and pat dry with paper towels. Lightly season both sides with sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to enhance the natural flavors.
  2. Sauté Aromatics: Heat olive oil in a wide skillet over medium heat. Add the thinly sliced onions and minced garlic. Cook until softened and fragrant, about 3-4 minutes, forming the flavorful base of the sauce.
  3. Build the Veracruz Sauce: Stir in diced tomatoes, chopped olives, capers, and finely chopped chili. Simmer gently, allowing the tomatoes to break down and merge with the brininess of the olives and capers. Finish by adding the fresh parsley, oregano, and a squeeze of lime juice to brighten the sauce.
  4. Cook the Red Snapper: Nestle the seasoned snapper fillets into the simmering sauce. Cover the skillet and cook for 8-10 minutes, depending on thickness, until the fish flakes easily with a fork. The sauce will infuse the fillets with iconic Veracruz flavors.
  5. Serve and Enjoy: Carefully transfer the cooked fish to plates and spoon generous amounts of the vibrant sauce over the top. Garnish with additional fresh herbs and serve with your choice of sides.

Notes

  • Choose fresh, firm red snapper fillets for the best texture and flavor.
  • Use quality canned diced tomatoes if fresh tomatoes are not available to maximize taste.
  • Do not skip the olives and capers as they give the sauce its distinctive salty and tangy punch.
  • Simmer the sauce gently over medium-low heat to avoid overcooking the fish and keep the sauce vibrant.
  • Add parsley and oregano at the end to enhance the authentic Veracruz flavor.
  • This recipe is naturally gluten-free and pairs well with rice or gluten-free bread.

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Keywords: Red Snapper, Veracruz Style, Mexican Seafood, Quick Recipe, Healthy Dinner, Gluten Free, Seafood Sauce, Traditional Veracruz

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