Longjaw Mud Snapper Recipe

The Longjaw Mud Snapper Recipe is perfect for home cooks who love fish. This fish has sweet, white meat that tastes amazing when cooked right. It’s easy to make and tastes like restaurant food.

This Longjaw Mud Snapper Recipe works great for family dinners or special meals. The fish cooks quickly and goes well with many different sides.

When I First Tried It

The fish was so good – soft and full of flavor. Now it’s my favorite way to cook snapper.

What You Need

Equipment:

• Large pan
• Sharp knife
• Cutting board
• Meat thermometer
• Small bowls

Ingredients:

• 2 lbs longjaw mud snapper fillets
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1/2 tsp paprika
• 4 tbsp butter
• 2 cloves garlic, chopped
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley
• 1 tbsp lemon juice

How to Cook

1. Pat fish dry with paper towels.
2. Add salt and pepper to both sides.
3. Sprinkle garlic powder and paprika on fish.
4. Let fish sit for 15 minutes.
5. Heat oil in pan over medium heat.
6. Cook fish skin-down for 4 minutes.
7. Flip fish carefully with tongs.
8. Cook other side for 3 minutes.
9. Check temperature reaches 145°F.
10. Remove fish from pan.
11. Melt butter in same pan.
12. Add garlic and cook 30 seconds.
13. Mix in parsley and lemon juice.
14. Pour butter sauce over fish.

Cooking Tips

1. Use a thermometer to check if your Longjaw Mud Snapper Recipe is done – it should be 145°F inside.
2. Don’t move the fish too much while cooking.
3. Fresh herbs taste much better than dried ones.
4. Let the fish rest before serving.

What to Serve With It

Rice: Cook white rice with coconut milk for a tropical taste. Vegetables: Try grilled asparagus with lemon or green beans with garlic. Potatoes: Roasted baby potatoes with herbs work great.

Conclusion

This Longjaw Mud Snapper Recipe is simple but tastes amazing. The key is not to overcook the fish and to use fresh ingredients.

With practice, you’ll make perfect snapper every time. Your family will love this easy and delicious meal.

John

Longjaw Mud Snapper Recipe

The Longjaw Mud Snapper Recipe is perfect for home cooks who love fish. This fish has sweet, white meat that tastes amazing when cooked right.

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Prep Time 20 minutes mins

Cook Time 25 minutes mins

Total Time 45 minutes mins

Servings: 4

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American

Calories: 260

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

  

• 2 lbs longjaw mud snapper fillets
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1/2 tsp paprika
• 4 tbsp butter
• 2 cloves garlic chopped
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley
• 1 tbsp lemon juice

Method

 

1. Pat fish dry with paper towels.
2. Add salt and pepper to both sides.
3. Sprinkle garlic powder and paprika on fish.
4. Let fish sit for 15 minutes.
5. Heat oil in pan over medium heat.
6. Cook fish skin-down for 4 minutes.
7. Flip fish carefully with tongs.
8. Cook other side for 3 minutes.
9. Check temperature reaches 145°F.
10. Remove fish from pan.
11. Melt butter in same pan.
12. Add garlic and cook 30 seconds.
13. Mix in parsley and lemon juice.
14. Pour butter sauce over fish.

Notes

1. Use a thermometer to check if your Longjaw Mud Snapper Recipe is done – it should be 145°F inside.
2. Don’t move the fish too much while cooking.
3. Fresh herbs taste much better than dried ones.
4. Let the fish rest before serving.