Barbecued Snapper With Butter and Lemon

May 29, 2023May 29, 20230 0

Barbecued Snapper With Butter and Lemon - A flavorful grilled fish recipe

by The Chefin Seafood

Prep

10 min

Cook

10-14 min

Ready In

24 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

360

Sugar

Fat

26g

Whole fish is popular in many cultures around the world and is often considered a delicacy. This recipe for Barbecued Snapper With Butter and Lemon is a simple, yet flavorful way to prepare whole fish for your next cookout. The snapper is stuffed with fresh herbs and lemon slices before being cooked on the grill to perfection. The lemon butter sauce adds a tangy and creamy flavor to the dish without overwhelming the delicate taste of the fish. This grilled snapper is a great meal to enjoy on a warm summer evening with friends and family.

Instructions

1.	Preheat grill to high heat.
2.	Rinse the snapper and pat dry with paper towels. Score the skin on both sides of each fish.
3.	Season each fish with salt and pepper inside and out.
4.	Cut one lemon into slices.
5.	Stuff the lemon slices and parsley sprigs into the cavity of each fish.
6.	Melt the butter in a small saucepan over low heat. Add juice from the remaining lemon and a pinch of salt.
7.	Stir to combine.
8.	Brush the fish with the butter mixture.
9.	Put the fish on grill grates and cook for 5-7 minutes on each side or until cooked through.
10.	Serve immediately and enjoy!

PROS

This dish is a great source of protein and omega-3 fatty acids.

The snapper has a mild, sweet taste that pairs well with the tangy lemon butter sauce.

Barbecuing the fish imparts a smoky flavor that will impress your guests.

CONS

Snapper is a relatively expensive fish compared to other seafood.

Cooking whole fish on the grill can be tricky and requires some skill to achieve a perfect result.

Some people may find the fish bones off-putting.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Red snapper is packed with heart-healthy omega-3 fatty acids. These healthy fats are essential to maintaining a healthy heart and brain.
The fish is also high in protein, which is necessary for building and repairing tissues in the body. Lemon is a good source of vitamin C, which supports immune function and helps the body absorb iron.

	4 red snapper ( baby whole , cleaned )
	2 lemons
	8 sprigs parsley ( fresh flat leave )
	100 g butter
	salt and pepper