CAJUN RED SNAPPER

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Make and share this Cajun Red Snapper recipe from Food.com.

Provided by ngibsonn

Categories     Cajun

Time 20m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
2 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon light olive oil
6 (6 ounce) red snapper fillets
salt

Steps:

  • On a large piece of wax paper, mix together paprika, cayenne pepper, black pepper, onion powder, thyme, basil, garlic powder, and oregano.
  • In a small saucepan, over medium heat, melt butter or margarine with oil.
  • Brush both sides of the snapper filets with the butter mixture, reserve the remaining butter mixture.
  • Coat both sides of the filets with the seasoning-mixture.
  • Heat a large cast-iron skillet over high heat until a drop of water sizzles on it.
  • Drizzle half of the remaining butter-oil mixture on one side of fish fillets.
  • Place fillets butter side down in pan.
  • Cook over a high heat until the fish is deeply browned, about 5 minutes.
  • Drizzle remaining butter-mixture over the fish and flip the fish over.
  • Cook until fish is browned and flakes when tested with a fork, about 5 minutes more.
  • Season to taste with salt.

Shahidul islam (Shebu)
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This recipe was a complete disaster. The fish was dry and the sauce was watery.


Dipin Gurung
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The fish was overcooked and the sauce was bland.


Keesheia Terry
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This recipe was a bit too complicated for me. I think I'll try a simpler recipe next time.


Gadalupelara1912 Lara
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I'm not a big fan of red snapper, but I thought this recipe was pretty good.


Lumeech Benjamin
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The sauce is a bit too spicy for my taste, but the fish is cooked perfectly.


Walter Hernandez
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This recipe is easy to follow and the fish is cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Mandi verey
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. My friends and family love it.


Edith Beaulieu
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This is a great recipe for a special occasion. The fish is impressive and the sauce is elegant.


The Khan
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I'm not a big fan of fish, but I really enjoyed this recipe. The red snapper was cooked perfectly and the sauce was delicious.


Zoe Casmeir
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This recipe is a bit spicy for my taste, but it's still very good.


nazmul Ahmedanik
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The sauce for this dish is amazing! I could eat it with a spoon.


Islamabad Milk & Yogurt
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This was my first time cooking red snapper, and it turned out great! The recipe was easy to follow and the fish was cooked perfectly.


Mu Shahid Shah Urdu Shayari
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I love this recipe! The fish is always moist and flaky, and the sauce is so delicious. I serve it with rice and vegetables for a complete meal.


Bazu Meshamo
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This Cajun red snapper recipe is a keeper! The fish was cooked to perfection and the sauce was flavorful and spicy. I will definitely be making this again.


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