Snapper Veracruz With Tomatoes And Olives
A vibrant Mexican-inspired fish dish simmered in a briny tomato and olive sauce. Naturally rich in protein and healthy fats to support skin hydration.
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Before you start
Your 35-minute game plan
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Equipment
Large skillet
Time saver
Prep the vegetables and measure pantry ingredients earlier in the day to shorten cook time.
Do these three things first
- 1Prep bell pepper (sliced), tbsp capers (drained), cloves garlic (minced)
- 2Set out all ingredients before cooking
- 3Measure the pantry ingredients before heating the pan
Ingredients
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Ingredients
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Next: Heat the olive oil in a large…
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Heat the olive oil in a large…
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté the sliced bell pepper and minced jalapeño for about 5 minutes until slightly softened. If using diced onion or minced garlic, toss them in here as well.
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Pour the crushed tomatoes
Pour the crushed tomatoes, green olives, and capers into the skillet. Stir in a generous pinch of salt, black pepper, and a dash of dried oregano or bay leaf. Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer for 10 minutes so the briny flavors can develop.
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Lightly season the red snapper fillets with…
Lightly season the red snapper fillets with salt and pepper. Gently nestle the fish directly into the simmering tomato sauce.
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Cover the skillet with a lid and…
Cover the skillet with a lid and let the fish poach for 8 to 10 minutes. The snapper is ready when the flesh is entirely opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
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Transfer the fillets to plates and spoon…
Transfer the fillets to plates and spoon the warm olive, caper, and tomato sauce generously over the top.
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The nutrition underneath
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Snapper substitutions
Snapper substitutions: If you can't find red snapper, any firm, flaky white fish like cod, halibut, or sea bass works beautifully in this sauce.
Boost the fiber
Boost the fiber: Since this dish is naturally low in carbohydrates, serve it over a bed of cauliflower rice or alongside roasted zucchini to easily increase your fiber intake.
Heat control
Heat control: The jalapeño provides a mild background warmth. Leave the seeds in if you prefer a spicier kick, or omit it completely if you are sensitive to nightshade heat.
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