Red Snapper Recipe You’ll Make Again & Again – Quick & Delicious!

red snapper

🥗Healthier: cod

💰Cheaper: tilapia

Cod is a lean fish with a similar texture, while tilapia is more budget-friendly.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point and is healthier, while canola oil is more economical.

white wine

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: apple cider vinegar

Vegetable broth adds flavor without alcohol, and vinegar can provide acidity at a lower cost.

butter

🥗Healthier: ghee

💰Cheaper: margarine

Ghee is a healthier fat option, while margarine is a cost-effective substitute.

Chop fresh herbs (thyme, rosemary, basil, oregano) finely and place in a bowl.

Slice lemon into slices for baking the fish.

Combine chopped herbs, olive oil, fish seasoning, chili flakes (optional), lemon pepper, salt, black pepper, Cajun seasoning, mustard, and lemon juice in the bowl and mix until well combined.

Mash fresh garlic and add it to the mixture, stirring again.

Pat dry the red snapper with a paper towel and marinate both sides generously with the herb mixture, saving some for later.

Transfer the marinated fish to a baking pan and add sliced tomatoes, carrots, and any remaining marinade to the vegetables.

Place lemon slices on top of the fish and add about 2 tablespoons of butter on top.

Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and bake the fish uncovered for 15 to 30 minutes, depending on the thickness of the fillets.

Check for doneness; the fish should be flaky and fully cooked.

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