Best 5 Grilled Red Snapper Marinade Recipes

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Grilled red snapper is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for lunch or dinner. It is a lean fish that is packed with flavor, and it cooks quickly, making it a great option for a weeknight meal. This article provides three different recipes for grilled red snapper marinade, each with its own unique flavor profile. The first recipe is a classic marinade made with olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and herbs. The second recipe is a spicy marinade made with chili powder, cumin, and paprika. The third recipe is a sweet and savory marinade made with honey, soy sauce, and ginger. No matter which marinade you choose, you are sure to enjoy this grilled red snapper recipe.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

CREOLE MARINATED GRILLED RED SNAPPER



Creole Marinated Grilled Red Snapper image

Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 4h20m

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 onions, sliced
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon tomato paste
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/2 teaspoon fresh chopped thyme
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon sugar
Salt and pepper
1 whole cleaned red snapper

Steps:

  • Combine the onions and garlic. Whisk together the remaining ingredients and pour 1/2 marinade over fish with onions and garlic. Let fish marinate in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours. Grill fish on both sides for about 7 minutes. Warm remaining marinade and serve over cooked fish.

WHOLE GRILLED RED SNAPPER WITH JICAMA SLAW



Whole Grilled Red Snapper with Jicama Slaw image

Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 2h50m

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 (2 1/2 to 3-pound) whole red snapper
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 heaping tablespoon chopped cilantro, marjoram or thyme leaves
1 small lemon
1 medium sized jicama
1 medium sized carrot
2 scallions, thinly sliced
Chopped cilantro
1/4 cup rice wine vinegar
1/8 cup fresh lime juice
1 teaspoon sugar
Thai chile paste, to taste, optional

Steps:

  • To make the Snapper: Have your fish monger clean and scale the red snapper, making sure gills and fins have been removed.
  • In a plastic bag, marinate the fish in olive oil and your fresh herb of choice (cilantro matches well with the jicama slaw) for 2 hours in the refrigerator. Cut the lemon into small wedges and stuff them into the cavity of the fish.
  • While the fish is marinating, make the Slaw: Julienne the jicama and the carrot. Mix in the scallion and cilantro. Combine the rice wine vinegar, fresh lime juice, sugar, and chili paste, if using, in a small bowl to dissolve the sugar and then toss with the vegetables. Place the slaw in the refrigerator and chill.
  • To grill the snapper: Place the marinated fish into a grilling basket, making sure to wipe off any excess marinade which can cause the fire to flare up. Use a high heat, and grill fish for about 10 minutes per inch of thickness at its thickest point. Make sure you only turn the fish once. If you don't have a grilling basket, try wrapping the fish in a banana leaf, it will help prevent the fish from falling apart, while allowing the flavor of the grill to penetrate the snapper.
  • To bake the fish: Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
  • Transfer the marinated fish to a large, well-greased oval ceramic casserole or roasting dish. A large oval saute pan also works well. Bake for 12 to 15 minutes per inch of thickness at the thickest part. The fish is done when the thickest part has a moist and juicy appearance. Do not cook until flaky, this means the fish is overdone and will taste dry. Check the readiness of the fish by gently lifting the fillet away from the bone along the dorsal fin near the head. An instant thermometer can also tell you when the fish is done. It should read approximately140 degrees F.
  • To serve, spread the jicama slaw onto a large oval serving dish, and place the grilled fish on top for a wonderful looking (and tasting) dish.

GRILLED PONZU-MARINATED SNAPPER WITH WASABI OIL AND SOY MARINATED GINGER



Grilled Ponzu-Marinated Snapper with Wasabi Oil and Soy Marinated Ginger image

Provided by Ming Tsai

Time 50m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 27

1/2 cup ponzu
1 tablespoon minced ginger
1/4 cup thin soy sauce
1 teaspoon sesame oil
4 (6-ounce) snapper fillets, skin off
4 cups pea sprouts
1 tablespoon julienned gari (pickled ginger)
3 tablespoons neutral vinaigrette, recipe follows
1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
Wasabi oil, recipe follows
Soy marinated ginger, recipe follows
Canola oil
Salt and white pepper
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon rice wine vinegar
1/2 cup canola oil
Salt and black pepper
3/4 cup rice wine vinegar
3/4 cup thin soy sauce
1/4 cup brown sugar
1/4 cup scallion, sliced
1 cup thinly sliced ginger
1/2 cup wasabi powder
1 tablespoon mirin
1 teaspoon sugar
Water
1/2 cup canola oil

Steps:

  • For the marinade, mix ponzu, ginger, soy and sesame oil. Marinate fish for only 10 minutes. Over-marinating will fully cook the fish.
  • On a hot grill, season the fish and mark both sides. The fish will take about 8 minutes to fully cook.
  • For the salad, mix the neutral vinaigrette with the gari and toss with pea sprouts. Place a small mound in the middle of the plate and top with grilled snapper. Drizzle plate with soy ginger and wasabi oil.
  • Whisk all together.
  • Bring vinegar, soy sauce, brown sugar, and scallions to a boil. Add ginger, bring back to a boil and simmer for 5 to 10 minutes.
  • In a stainless steel bowl, whisk wasabi, mirin, and sugar. Add water until a loose puree is achieved. Whisk in oil.
  • For extra spicy, use less oil.

GRILLED RED SNAPPER



Grilled Red Snapper image

Provided by Michael Symon : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h40m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 (2-pound) red snapper, scaled and gutted
Juice of 2 lemons
12 sprigs oregano, leaves picked and chopped
3/4 cup olive oil
Salt
20 grape leaves
1 cup shellfish stock
1 clove garlic, minced
1 egg

Steps:

  • Use a paring knife to cut four slits into both sides of each snapper, cutting through the skin and flesh. Whisk half of the lemon juice in a bowl with the oregano and half of the olive oil. Salt each fish liberally and put in a nonreactive container. Put the fish in a dish and pour the lemon mixture over them. Let sit at room temperature for 1 hour, turning the fish after 30 minutes to take in the marinade.
  • Lay out five grape leaves on the counter, making sure to overlap them to create a sheet that is as wide as the fish is long, and long enough to wrap around the snapper 1 1/2 times. Wrap one of the fish in the leaves. Repeat with the remaining grape leaves and snapper. Brush with the remaining olive oil and set aside.
  • Heat a grill to medium-high. In a 2-quart saucepan, combine the stock, garlic, and remaining lemon juice. Bring to a simmer. Remove from the heat and whisk in the egg. Return the pan to the stovetop over low heat and, stirring constantly, cook until the sauce thickens (make sure it does not get too hot or the eggs will scramble). Set it in a warm spot on the stove.
  • Grill the fish for 4 minutes per side, making sure not to burn the grape leaves.
  • To serve, set one whole wrapped fish on a serving plate and top with the sauce.
  • This recipe was provided by professional chefs and has been scaled down from a bulk recipe provided by a restaurant. The Food Network Kitchens chefs have not tested this recipe, in the proportions indicated, and therefore, we cannot make any representation as to the results.

PAN SEARED RED SNAPPER



Pan Seared Red Snapper image

This is great for a gourmet taste on a tight schedule. Also, my husband, who isn't a fish fan, requests this recipe! Drizzle sauce over fish, and serve with vegetables.

Provided by OCTOBERK8

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian

Time 20m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 (4 ounce) fillets red snapper
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 lemon, juiced
2 tablespoons rice wine vinegar
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon honey
ΒΌ cup chopped green onions
1 teaspoon ground ginger

Steps:

  • Rinse snapper under cold water, and pat dry. In a shallow bowl, mix together olive oil, lemon juice, rice vinegar, mustard, honey, green onions, and ginger.
  • Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Dip snapper fillets in marinade to coat both sides, and place in skillet. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes on each side. Pour remaining marinade into skillet. Reduce heat, and simmer for 2 to 3 minutes, or until fish flakes easily with a fork.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 224.3 calories, Carbohydrate 16.5 g, Cholesterol 41.4 mg, Fat 8.5 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 24 g, SaturatedFat 1.3 g, Sodium 138.7 mg, Sugar 9 g

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use fresh red snapper fillets. If you can't find fresh red snapper, you can use frozen fillets, but be sure to thaw them completely before cooking.
  • To make the marinade, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, thyme, salt, and pepper in a large bowl. Add the red snapper fillets to the bowl and turn to coat.
  • Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the red snapper for at least 30 minutes, or up to overnight.
  • When you're ready to cook the red snapper, preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Grease the grill grates with oil to prevent the fish from sticking.
  • Cook the red snapper fillets for 5-7 minutes per side, or until they are cooked through. The fish is cooked through when it flakes easily with a fork.
  • Serve the grilled red snapper with your favorite sides, such as rice, vegetables, or salad.

Conclusion:

Grilled red snapper is a delicious and healthy seafood dish that can be enjoyed for lunch or dinner. The marinade infuses the fish with flavor, and the grilling process creates a crispy exterior and a tender, flaky interior. Serve grilled red snapper with your favorite sides, such as rice, vegetables, or salad, for a complete meal.

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