Veracruz-Style Red Snapper with Tomato Salsa
Dive into the vibrant flavors of Mexico with this Veracruz-style red snapper dish, featuring a delectable medley of fresh tomatoes, zesty citrus, and green olives. This recipe offers a delightful combination of spices and seasonings that enhance the fresh snapper fillets, making it a perfect dish for gatherings or a special family dinner. Serve it over a bed of fluffy rice to soak up the robust and aromatic sauce, and enjoy a culinary journey that tantalizes the taste buds and warms the heart.
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Servings
213
Calories
17
Ingredients
Ingredients
Vegetable oil
1/4 cup (For sautéing)
Onion
1 large (Sliced)
Green bell pepper
1 large (Sliced)
Garlic cloves
2 (Minced)
Tomatoes
3 large (Chopped)
Tomato sauce
1/2 cup (For sauce)
Chilies, guero
8 (Seeded and sliced)
Green olives
1/2 cup (Pitted and halved)
Orange juice
1/2 cup (Freshly squeezed)
Capers
1/4 cup (Drained (optional))
Bouillon, Chicken and Tomato MAGGI
2 tablespoons (Granulated)
White wine
1/2 cup (For marinade)
Maggi chicken bouillon granules
1/4 cup (For marinade)
Maggi seasoning sauce
2 tablespoons (For marinade)
White pepper
1/4 teaspoon (For marinade)
White fish fillets
1.5 to 2 lbs (Use red snapper, cod, or halibut)
Cooked rice
For serving (Hot)
Instructions
1
Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once the oil shimmers, add the sliced onion, bell pepper, and minced garlic. Sauté for about 3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the onion is translucent and fragrant.
2
Stir in the chopped tomatoes and tomato sauce. Cook for an additional 3 minutes, allowing the mixture to simmer.
3
Add the sliced chilies, halved green olives, orange juice, capers (if using), and chicken and tomato bouillon to the skillet. Stir well and let the mixture cook for about 8 minutes, or until it thickens slightly.
4
Meanwhile, in a 13x9 inch baking dish, whisk together the white wine, chicken bouillon granules, Maggi seasoning sauce, and white pepper to create a marinade.
5
Place the fish fillets in the marinade, ensuring they are well-coated. Let them sit for at least 5 minutes to absorb the flavors.
6
Carefully transfer the marinated fish into the skillet with the tomato mixture, spooning the sauce over the fillets.
7
Reduce the heat to medium-low, cover the skillet, and let it cook for 5 to 10 minutes, or until the fish flakes easily with a fork.
8
Serve immediately on a bed of hot, cooked rice, allowing guests to ladle the vibrant sauce over their servings.
Nutrition Information
8g
Fat
15g
Carbs
15g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Veracruz-Style Red Snapper?
Veracruz-Style Red Snapper is a vibrant Mexican seafood dish featuring fresh fish fillets cooked in a robust sauce of tomatoes, citrus, green olives, capers, and aromatic spices.
What kind of fish can I use for this recipe?
While red snapper is traditional, you can also use other white fish fillets such as cod or halibut.
How many calories are in a serving of this dish?
Each serving contains approximately 213 calories.
How much protein does this recipe provide?
This recipe provides 15g of protein per serving.
What are the fat and carbohydrate contents?
The dish contains 8g of fat and 15g of carbohydrates per serving.
How should I serve Veracruz-Style Red Snapper?
It is best served over a bed of hot, cooked rice to soak up the flavorful tomato and citrus sauce.
What type of chilies are used in this recipe?
The recipe calls for 8 guero chilies, which should be seeded and sliced.
Is there a marinade involved in the preparation?
Yes, the fish fillets are marinated in a mixture of white wine, chicken bouillon granules, Maggi seasoning sauce, and white pepper.
How long should I marinate the fish?
The fish should sit in the marinade for at least 5 minutes to absorb the flavors before cooking.
What is the primary citrus component in the sauce?
The sauce uses 1/2 cup of freshly squeezed orange juice for a zesty flavor.
What kind of olives are recommended?
Use 1/2 cup of green olives that have been pitted and halved.
Are capers required for this dish?
Capers are optional, but adding 1/4 cup of drained capers can enhance the salty, briny profile of the sauce.
How long does it take to cook the fish in the skillet?
The fish typically takes between 5 to 10 minutes to cook over medium-low heat until it flakes easily with a fork.
What vegetables are sautéed at the beginning of the recipe?
The recipe starts by sautéing sliced onion, green bell pepper, and minced garlic in vegetable oil.
How long do I sauté the initial vegetables?
Sauté the onion, bell pepper, and garlic for about 3 minutes until the onion is translucent and fragrant.
What type of tomatoes should I use?
The recipe requires 3 large chopped fresh tomatoes and 1/2 cup of tomato sauce.
What brand of bouillon is suggested for this recipe?
The recipe specifically mentions Maggi Chicken and Tomato bouillon and Maggi chicken bouillon granules.
How much fish is needed for this recipe?
You will need approximately 1.5 to 2 lbs of white fish fillets.
What spices are used in the marinade?
The marinade uses 1/4 teaspoon of white pepper along with bouillon and Maggi seasoning sauce.
How do I thicken the sauce?
Let the tomato, juice, and olive mixture simmer for about 8 minutes, or until it thickens slightly, before adding the fish.
Do I need to cover the pan while cooking the fish?
Yes, once the fish is in the skillet, cover it and reduce the heat to medium-low to finish cooking.
What size baking dish should I use for the marinade?
A 13x9 inch baking dish is recommended for whisking the marinade and coating the fish.
Is this recipe considered spicy?
Yes, it contains 8 guero chilies and is tagged as a spicy dish.
How many garlic cloves are used?
The recipe calls for 2 minced garlic cloves.
What type of oil is used for sautéing?
The recipe uses 1/4 cup of vegetable oil.
How many large tomatoes are required?
You will need 3 large chopped tomatoes.
What is the flavor profile of this dish?
It is a savory, aromatic, and slightly spicy dish with a tangy citrus finish and briny notes from olives and capers.
Is this recipe suitable for a family dinner?
Yes, it is described as a perfect dish for gatherings or special family dinners.
Can I use bottled orange juice?
While freshly squeezed is recommended for the best flavor, bottled orange juice can be used as a substitute.
What is the texture of the finished fish?
The fish should be tender and moist, easily flaking apart with a fork when fully cooked.