Pan-Seared Red Snapper with Fresh Herbs and Lemon

Enjoy the succulent flavor of pan-seared red snapper infused with aromatic herbs and zesty lemon. This easy-to-follow recipe will help you create a restaurant-quality dish in the comfort of your home. Perfect for quick weeknight dinners or impressing dinner party guests.

Ingredients

• 4 red snapper fillets
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, chopped
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

1. Pat dry the red snapper fillets and season with salt and pepper on both sides.
2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil and butter over medium-high heat.
3. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
4. Place the seasoned snapper fillets, skin side down, in the skillet and cook for 4-5 minutes, until the skin is golden and crisp.
5. Flip the fillets and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until cooked through.
6. Remove the snapper fillets from the skillet and set aside.
7. In the same skillet, add the fresh parsley, thyme, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Cook for 1-2 minutes to release the flavors.
8. Serve the pan-seared red snapper with the herb and lemon mixture drizzled over the top. Garnish with additional fresh herbs if desired.

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