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Red Snapper with Creamy Creole Sauce

Red Snapper with Creamy Creole Sauce
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Experience the vibrant flavors of Red Snapper with Creamy Creole Sauce, a delightful seafood dish that brings a taste of the South to your table. This recipe features tender red snapper fillets generously coated in a rich and spicy sauce made from fresh vegetables and aromatic spices. Perfect for both casual family dinners and elegant gatherings, this dish promises to impress with its balance of creamy richness and zesty flavor. Enjoy the ease of preparation combined with the satisfaction of serving a restaurant-quality meal at home.

Ingredients

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  • 4 red snapper fillets (about 6 ounces each)
  • 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
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

  1. Season red snapper fillets with salt and pepper on both sides.
  2. In a skillet over medium-high heat, warm olive oil and cook the fillets for about 3-4 minutes per side until cooked through. Remove and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium; melt unsalted butter. Add onion, bell pepper, and celery; sauté for about 5 minutes.
  4. Stir in garlic and spices; cook for an additional minute.
  5. Pour in chicken broth, scraping up any bits from the skillet; let it reduce slightly for about 2-3 minutes.
  6. Stir in heavy cream, tomato paste, and lemon juice; simmer until thickened (about 5 minutes).
  7. Return fish to the skillet; spoon sauce over fillets and warm together for another 3 minutes before serving.

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