Caribbean Herb Crusted Snapper

Name: Caribbean Herb Crusted Snapper
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 12 min
Total time: 27 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Caribbean
Ingredients: 2 lbs red snapper fillets (5-6 oz each); 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, roughly chopped; 2 tbsp fresh thyme, chopped; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1 tsp lime zest; 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs; 2 tbsp Parmesan cheese (grated); 2 tbsp Dijon mustard; 2 tbsp olive oil; 1/4 tsp salt; 1/4 tsp black pepper; 2 lime wedges

Pan-seared red snapper with a vibrant herb crust of cilantro, thyme, and tropical spices for a modern Caribbean dinner.

27 minMediumServes 4280 cal/serving

CaribbeanDinnerStovetopStandardGluten-Free

Ingredients

2 lbs red snapper fillets (5-6 oz each)
1/2 cup fresh cilantro, roughly chopped
2 tbsp fresh thyme, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tsp lime zest
1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
2 tbsp Parmesan cheese (grated)
2 tbsp Dijon mustard
2 tbsp olive oil
1/4 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
2 lime wedges

Instructions

1

In a food processor, combine 1/2 cup roughly chopped fresh cilantro, 2 tbsp chopped fresh thyme, 2 minced garlic cloves, and 1 tsp lime zest. Pulse until finely chopped.
2

In a shallow bowl, combine the herb mixture with 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs and 2 tbsp Parmesan cheese (grated).
3

Spread 2 tbsp Dijon mustard on both sides of each 2 lbs red snapper fillets (5-6 oz each).
4

Press the herb-breadcrumb mixture firmly onto both sides of each fillet, coating evenly.
5

Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
6

Once oil is hot, carefully place the snapper fillets in the pan.
7

Sear for 4-5 minutes on the first side until the crust is golden and crispy.
8

Gently flip and cook for another 3-4 minutes until the fish flakes easily and internal temperature reaches 145°F.
9

Serve hot with 2 lime wedges.

Questions

Can I make Caribbean Herb Crusted Snapper dairy-free?

Yes. The dairy in this entry is 2 tbsp Parmesan cheese (grated). Swap the cheese for a plant-based melting cheese (expect a milder flavor). The richness shifts slightly, but the method does not change.

How long does Caribbean Herb Crusted Snapper keep?

Refrigerate leftovers within two hours and eat them within two days (seafood turns fast). Reheat gently on the stovetop.

Can I halve or double Caribbean Herb Crusted Snapper?

Yes. As written it serves 4. Every ingredient in this entry carries precomputed half and double quantities, and the app's batch dial rewrites them inside each step. When doubling on the stovetop, use your widest pan or work in two batches so the food sears instead of steaming.

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