Baked Red Snapper with Lemon Herb Butter Recipe

Baked Red Snapper with Lemon Herb Butter Recipe

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This Baked Red Snapper is a delicious and simple way to enjoy this mild, flaky fish. Coated with a rich lemon herb butter, the snapper is baked to perfection, offering a fresh and flavourful meal. Perfect for a family dinner or a special occasion, this dish pairs wonderfully with roasted vegetables or a light salad.

Ingredients:

  • 4 red snapper fillets (about 150g each)
  • 60g unsalted butter
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 lemon, zested and juiced
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Lemon wedges, for serving

Instructions:

  1. Prepare the Snapper
    1 Prepare the Snapper

    Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Pat the red snapper fillets dry with paper towels, then season both sides with salt and pepper. Place the fillets in a baking dish.

  2. Make the Herb Butter
    2 Make the Herb Butter

    In a small saucepan, melt the butter over low heat. Stir in the minced garlic, lemon zest, lemon juice, and chopped parsley. Pour the butter mixture over the snapper fillets.

  3. Bake and Serve
    3 Bake and Serve

    Bake the snapper for 15-20 minutes, or until the fish flakes easily with a fork. Serve immediately, garnished with extra parsley and lemon wedges on the side.

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