How to Make Mexican Snapper Veracruzana, Part 2

red snapper

🥗Healthier: tilapia

💰Cheaper: catfish

Tilapia is lower in cost while still providing a mild flavor.

green olives

🥗Healthier: kalamata olives

💰Cheaper: black olives

Kalamata olives offer a similar briny flavor with a healthier profile.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point and is healthier.

capers

🥗Healthier: pickled green beans

💰Cheaper: pickled cucumbers

Pickled green beans can mimic the tangy flavor of capers.

Cut the red snapper in half lengthwise.

Season the fish with salt and black pepper.

Spread a little bit of sauce at the bottom of a baking dish to prevent the fish from drying out.

Place the fish in the baking dish and pour the remaining sauce over the top.

Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F for 15 minutes.

Check the fish to ensure it is not overcooked, which would make it tough and dry.

Plate the fish and drizzle with a little olive oil.

Garnish with parsley and sliced jalapenos.

Add lime juice to fingertips before handling jalapenos to mitigate spiciness.

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