The Best Haitian Style Fried Red Snapper Recipe ever!

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What is red snapper? 

Red snapper has long been considered one of the most delicious deep-sea deli- cacies on the market. Its brilliant color- ing and at t r act i v e appearance is only exceeded by the juicy, white, fine -flavored flesh. Most of the snapper on the market is caught in the Gulf of Mexico and landed in Florida.

Haitian Style Fried Red Snapper

Chefchosen

Servings

4

Prep Time

1 hours

Cook Time

15 minutes

Cuisine

Caribbean

Category

Pescatarian, Seafood,

Listen there's not many things better than good ole fried red snapper. The marinade takes it to the next level and will have you in flavor heaven. You can pair with some many different sides and will work every time!

Haitian Style Fried Red Snapper

Ingredients

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    • 2 Red Snappers

    • Juice of one Lime

    • Small Splash Distilled White Vinegar

    • 1 Tbsp. Coarse salt

    • Water

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    • Epis/Green Seasoning

    • Coarse Salt to taste

    • 1 Tbsp. Very Noicee AP

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    • Oil, enough to fry

    • Flour, enough for a light coating

    Directions

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      1. Add all the ingredients listed for prepping the snapper except for the water

      2. Using the lime to " scrub" the fish carefully, allow to sit for 15 min before rising under colder water

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      1. Add all the ingredients listed for marinating the snapper, make sure it gets all throughout the fish. allow to marinate for a minimum of 1 hour

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      1. In a large large skillet over medium to med-high heat add the oil and allow to get hot. around 350-360 degrees F

      2. Coat the marinated snappers in some flour, shake off the excess and gently lay the snapper away from you.

      3. Fry for about 10-14 minutes total depending on size. CAREFULLY FLIP HALF WAY THROUGH

      4. Serve with rice or whatever you see fit

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      2 comments

      Idk u personally but im so proud of u publicly
      Keep up the great work sir

      Meaux

      Can you post the rice recipe please?? The dish looks sooooo good!

      Nicole Sahara

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