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island red snapper

Recipe by
Vickie Parks
Renton, WA

This recipe is from Belize. I really enjoy the addition of fresh local ingredients that are so abundant in this recipe. It's one of the things that makes island cuisine so enjoyable.

yield 3 -4
prep time 10 Min
cook time 20 Min
method Saute

Ingredients For island red snapper

  • 1 lb
    fresh red snapper fillet
  • 2 Tbsp
    olive oil
  • 2 lg
    green bell peppers, cut into bite-size pieces
  • 1 lg
    spanish onion, chopped
  • 3 clove
    garlic, minced
  • 1 Tbsp
    hot pepper sauce

How To Make island red snapper

  • 1
    Cut red snapper into 1-inch cubes; set aside.
  • 2
    In a large frying pan, combine olive oil, green pepper, onion and garlic. Sauté for 5-8 minutes over a medium hot heat. Add hot pepper sauce into sizzling pan. Add red snapper to mixture, and stir until coated well. Cover and cook for approximately 5-6 minutes. Stir and cook for another 5-6 minutes.
  • 3
    Serve over white rice or pasta. Shrimp, lobster tail, scallops, or crab meat, may be used as a tasty alternative to fish. Serve with a fresh tossed green salad.
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