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Red Snapper a la Veracruzana Recipe

Red Snapper a la Veracruzana Recipe

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  • Author: Jaden
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 2 people
  • Category: Stovetop
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Description

This Red Snapper a la Veracruzana recipe features tender red snapper fillets topped with a flavorful tomato-based sauce, accompanied by sauteed zucchini and squash. A delicious and vibrant dish inspired by Veracruz cuisine.


Ingredients

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For the Sauce:

  • 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 cloves minced garlic
  • 1/3 cup white onion, finely diced
  • 2 cups roma tomatoes, seeds removed and diced small about 3 tomatoes
  • 2 tbsp jarred pickled jalapenos, very finely diced
  • 1/2 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/2 tsp freshly cracked black pepper
  • 1 cup canned crushed tomatoes
  • 1/2 cup pimiento stuffed olives, sliced
  • 1 tbsp capers, drained and rinsed
  • 1/2 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tbsp lime juice
  • 1 tbsp parsley, finely chopped

For the Red Snapper:

  • 2 [6 - 8 ounce] filets of red snapper (or any white, flakey fish)
  • 1/2 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/4 tsp freshly cracked black pepper
  • 2 tbsp avocado oil

For the Zucchini and Squash:

  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 medium zucchini, cut in half lengthwise and sliced thin
  • 1 medium squash, cut in half lengthwise and sliced thin
  • kosher salt, to taste
  • black pepper, to taste
  • 1 lime, cut into wedges for serving

Instructions

  1. For the Sauce: Heat a skillet with olive oil over medium heat. Add the garlic and onion. Cook until the onions are tender. Add tomatoes, jalapeno, salt, and pepper. Cook for 3 minutes. Add canned tomatoes, then olives, capers, oregano, lime juice, and parsley. Simmer while preparing the fish.
  2. For the Red Snapper: Season fish with salt and pepper. Cook in a hot skillet until nearly opaque. Flip and cook until golden brown.
  3. For the Zucchini and Squash: In the same skillet, cook zucchini and squash until tender and golden.
  4. To serve, arrange squash and zucchini on a platter. Top with fish and sauce. Serve with lime wedges.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: Approximately 450 kcal
  • Sugar: Approximately 7g
  • Sodium: Approximately 1100mg
  • Fat: Approximately 25g
  • Saturated Fat: Approximately 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: Approximately 18g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: Approximately 25g
  • Fiber: Approximately 7g
  • Protein: Approximately 35g
  • Cholesterol: Approximately 70mg