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Blackened Red Snapper with Mango Salsa
Created by: Howcan Team
Ingredients
- 4 red snapper fillets (6-8 ounces each)
- 2 tablespoons paprika
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
- 1 tablespoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 ripe mangoes, diced
- 1/2 red onion, finely chopped
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- Juice of 2 limes
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- In a small bowl, mix together 2 tablespoons paprika, 1 tablespoon garlic powder, 1 tablespoon onion powder, 1 tablespoon dried thyme, 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper to create the blackening seasoning.
- Coat each red snapper fillet with the blackening seasoning, pressing the seasoning onto the fish to adhere.
- Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over high heat. Once the skillet is hot, add the seasoned red snapper fillets and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until the fish is blackened and cooked through. Remove from heat and set aside.
- In a medium bowl, combine 2 diced ripe mangoes, 1/2 finely chopped red onion, 1 diced red bell pepper, 1 seeded and minced jalapeno pepper, 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro, and the juice of 2 limes to make the mango salsa. Season with salt to taste and mix well.
- To serve, place a blackened red snapper fillet on each plate and top with a generous spoonful of mango salsa. Serve immediately and enjoy!
The history of Blackened Red Snapper with mango salsa topping can be traced back to the vibrant flavors of the Caribbean and the Gulf Coast. This dish is a fusion of Cajun and Caribbean influences, with the blackened red snapper providing a spicy kick and the mango salsa adding a refreshing sweetness. Renowned chefs in New Orleans and Key West have perfected this dish, infusing it with their own unique flair. The key to this dish lies in the perfect balance of the spicy blackening seasoning and the tropical mango salsa, creating a harmonious explosion of flavors. For the best version of this dish, head to the coastal restaurants of New Orleans or Key West, where the freshest red snapper meets the juiciest mangoes for a culinary experience like no other.
25 min
4
300 calories
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