Red Snapper with Creamy Creole Sauce 🐟🌶️

Ingredients:

• 4 red snapper fillets
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 tbsp butter

For the Creamy Creole Sauce:

• 2 tbsp butter
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 1 green bell pepper, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tbsp Creole seasoning
• 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
• 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (optional for extra heat)
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1/2 cup chicken broth
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions:

1. Season the red snapper fillets with salt and pepper.
2. Heat olive oil and 1 tbsp butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook the fillets for 3-4 minutes per side, until the fish flakes easily. Remove from skillet and set aside.
3. In the same skillet, melt 2 tbsp butter and sauté the onion and bell pepper until softened.
4. Add garlic and cook until fragrant. Stir in Creole seasoning, smoked paprika, and cayenne pepper.
5. Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Add the heavy cream and cook until the sauce thickens slightly.
6. Stir in lemon juice, then return the snapper fillets to the skillet, spooning the sauce over the top.
7. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve.

Notes:

• Serve with rice, mashed potatoes, or steamed vegetables.
• Adjust the spice level by altering the amount of Creole seasoning and cayenne pepper.

Prep Time: 10 mins | Cooking Time: 20 mins | Total Time: 30 mins | Servings: 4