Where Coastal Flavor Meets Southern Soul
Imagine golden-seared red snapper kissed with lemony olive oil and nestled into a rich, creamy Creole sauce bursting with cherry tomatoes, garlic, and bold Brass Cuisine seasonings. Add a side of garlicky, buttery herb rice and you’ve got the kind of plate that doesn’t just feed—it satisfies deep.
This is Southern seafood at its finest: saucy, seasoned, and soulful. Whether it’s your first time cooking snapper or you’re a coastal cook through and through, this dish brings the spice, the comfort, and that signature down-home flavor.
Ingredients
For the Garlic & Herb Rice
- 1½ cups rice
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- Water, as needed (according to rice package instructions)
For the Red Snapper
- 2–3 fillets red snapper (skin-on if possible)
- 1 tablespoon lemon-flavored olive oil (plus more for pan)
- 1 teaspoon Garlic Pepper Brass Cuisine Seasoning
- 1 teaspoon Brass Cuisine Tuscan Seasoning
- 1 teaspoon Salt-Free Creole Seasoning (Brass Cuisine)
For the Creamy Creole Sauce
- 1 tablespoon lemon-flavored olive oil (for sautéing)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- ½ red bell pepper, sliced
- ½ yellow bell pepper, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- ¾ cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon Garlic Pepper Brass Cuisine Seasoning
- 1 teaspoon Salt-Free Creole Seasoning (Brass Cuisine)
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Make the Garlic & Herb Rice
- In a pot, combine rice, water, butter, garlic, and parsley.
- Bring to a boil, then cover and simmer until the rice is fluffy and tender.
- Fluff with a fork and set aside.
2. Season & Cook the Red Snapper
- Pat the snapper fillets dry.
- Drizzle with lemon-flavored olive oil and season with Garlic Pepper, Tuscan, and Salt-Free Creole Seasoning.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the snapper skin-side down first for about 3–4 minutes per side until golden and flaky.
- Remove from the pan and set aside.
3. Sauté the Vegetables
- In the same skillet, drizzle a bit more lemon-flavored olive oil.
- Add cherry tomatoes, bell peppers, and garlic. Sauté for 3–4 minutes until softened and fragrant.
4. Build the Creamy Creole Sauce
- Stir in the tomato paste and cook for 1 minute.
- Pour in the heavy cream and season with Garlic Pepper and Salt-Free Creole Seasoning.
- Simmer for 3–5 minutes until slightly thickened and rich.
5. Finish the Dish
- Gently place the snapper back into the skillet and spoon sauce over the fillets.
- Let simmer for 1–2 minutes to reheat and coat with flavor.
6. Serve
- Plate the fish over a scoop of garlic herb rice and spoon plenty of sauce on top.
- Garnish with fresh parsley or lemon zest if desired.
Pro Tips and Serving Suggestions
- Don’t skip the lemon-flavored olive oil—it adds brightness that balances the creamy sauce beautifully.
- This sauce works great with shrimp or salmon too—feel free to swap proteins.
- Add heat by tossing in a few red pepper flakes with the garlic if you like it spicy.
About the Creator
Brass Cuisine Spices crafts handcrafted blends that bring flavor and flair to your kitchen. Their recipes spotlight premium seasonings, encouraging home cooks to explore bold flavor combos and fresh ingredients.
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