Appetizing Grilled Red Snapper

Step up your grilling game this summer with a fillet of Grilled Red Snapper recipe! This white fish is seasoned and served with veggie kabobs and a summer salad. It's not only healthier than a burger, but it might be tastier too. Seasoned with just a few spices, it has smoky and savory notes that will make your taste buds sing.
What Is a Red Snapper
What Is a Red Snapper?
Red snapper is a type of white fish that has reddish-pink skin. You can find red snapper in the Gulf of Mexico. It also lives along the east coast of the United States from South Carolina down to South America. Red snapper can be found in Southeast Asia too.

The flavor of red snapper is sweet and mild, which goes well with many other flavors. This makes it a popular choice among chefs and home cooks alike. You can buy fresh or frozen red snapper at most seafood counters.
INGREDIENTS OF GRILLED RED SNAPPER
INGREDIENTS OF GRILLED RED SNAPPER

  • 1 Whole Red Snapper, scaled, gutted, and fins removed
  • Olive oil 
  • Kosher salt
  • Freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 lemon, half sliced the rest in wedges
  • 1 lime, half sliced the rest in wedges
  • 1 small bunch of fresh herbs like dill, cilantro, or parsley
  • Vegetable Oil

INSTRUCTIONS FOR GRILLED RED SNAPPER
INSTRUCTIONS FOR GRILLED RED SNAPPER

INSTRUCTIONS TO PREPARE THE FISH

  1. Make three shallow slices into the fish at a 45º angle to score each side.
  2. Season the fish inside and out with salt, pepper, and olive oil. Then stuff the lemon and lime slices along with ¾ of the herb into the cavity.

INSTRUCTIONS FOR A GRILL PAN

  1. Before you start cooking, preheat the oven to 400º. Then, add vegetable oil to your grill pan. Make sure to coat the entire pan with oil using a brush or paper towel.
  2. We recommend using vegetable oil because it can handle higher temperatures than olive oil before smoking.
  3. After two minutes of high heat, place the grill pan over the fish and leave it until the skin has charred, for 3 to 4 minutes on each side.
  4. Move the pan with the fish inside to the oven. Cook for 7-8 more minutes, or until the fish is done. Garnish with herbs and citrus wedges.

INSTRUCTIONS FOR GRILLING

  1. Before you begin cooking, heat your grill to a high setting or create a hot and cool zone if using coals. This will set up convection. Next, brush your grill grates with vegetable oil to keep things from sticking. We recommend vegetables over olive oil because they can better handle the high heat without smoking.
  2. After you preheat the grill, place the fish on it and wait 3-4 minutes until the skin chars.
  3. Close the grill and lower the heat to medium-high. If using coal, move the fish to the "cool" side of the grill. Cook for an additional 7 to 8 minutes so it is cooked through then remove from the grill. Garnish with extra herbs and citrus wedges if desired.

Why You Love This Grilled Red Snapper
Why You'll Love This Grilled Red Snapper
If you're always on the lookout for simple dinner recipes, try adding this to your meal plans. This fish recipe is one of my favorites and I believe you'll enjoy it too! Plus, it's an easy recipe that the whole family (even the kids) is likely to enjoy.

Please be aware that the seasoning blend used in this recipe has mild spiciness. If you are making this dish for kids, cut it down or don't put in the cayenne pepper if they don't like spicy food.

Although it is possible to grill a whole red snapper fish, serving fillets is a simpler option. A whole fish usually weighs between 2 and 5 pounds. When cut into fillets, the fish can be enough food for 2 to 4 people.
Dishes best paired with grilled red snapper
Dishes best paired with grilled red snapper

  • Mango salsa is a mix of mango, red onion, cilantro, and lime juice. It adds a yummy tropical flavor to grilled red snapper.
  • Cilantro lime rice is a tasty side dish that goes well with grilled red snapper. It has a light flavor that will make your meal even yummier.
  • Grilled asparagus: Tender, smoky grilled asparagus seasoned with olive oil, salt, and pepper makes for a delicious and healthy side.
  • Black bean and corn salad: A zesty black bean and corn salad with red bell pepper, avocado, and a lime vinaigrette provides a refreshing contrast to the grilled fish.
  • Garlic herb potatoes: Oven-roasted garlic herb potatoes add a satisfying, savory element to your meal.
  • Steamed green beans with almonds: Simple steamed green beans topped with toasted almonds offer a light and nutritious accompaniment.
  • Caribbean-style coleslaw: A tangy, crunchy Caribbean-style coleslaw with pineapple, red onion, and a lime vinaigrette enhances the tropical theme.
  • Grilled vegetable skewers: Colorful grilled vegetable skewers with bell peppers, cherry tomatoes, zucchini, and red onion add variety and bright flavors to your plate.
  • Quinoa salad: A Mediterranean quinoa salad with cucumber, tomato, Kalamata olives, feta cheese, and a lemon dressing pairs wonderfully with grilled red snapper.
  • Creamy polenta: A smooth, creamy polenta serves as a comforting base for the grilled fish, soaking up the flavors and juices.

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