Salt Baked Red Snapper

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Salt Baked Red Snapper
Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
45 mins
Total Time:
65mins
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Recipe by Administrator
Published on May 19, 2023

Ingredients

  • 1 whole Red Snapper, about 2 pounds
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary leaves, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon fresh oregano leaves, chopped
  • 3/4 cup sea salt

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
  2. Rinse the fish and pat dry with paper towels.
  3. Rub the fish with the olive oil and garlic.
  4. Mix together the thyme, rosemary, oregano, and salt. Rub the mixture all over the fish.
  5. Place the fish in a baking dish and bake for 30-35 minutes, until the fish is cooked through.
  6. Serve the fish with your favorite sides.

Interesting Facts

  • Red Snapper is a species of fish found in the Atlantic, Pacific, and Indian Oceans.
  • The salt crust seals in all the juices and flavors of the fish, resulting in a very flavorful dish.
  • Salt-baked fish is a popular dish in many different cultures.