snapper with sun dried tomato-garlic butter

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5 Pinches
Gunnison, UT
Updated on Feb 23, 2018

This is an old recipe from Channel 2 News, Salt Lake City, Utah, the Gabby Gourmet. The web site no longer exists.

prep time 15 Min
cook time 20 Min
method Pan Fry
yield 6 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 1/3 cup marinated sun dried tomatoes, drained
  • 4-5 tablespoons butter, softened
  • 1-2 clove garlic, pressed or minced
  • 2 teaspoons dried sweet basil
  • 6 - fresh red snapper fillets, skinned (about 6 oz each)
  • 1/2 cup seasoned flour mixture (flour, salt, pepper, paprika)
  • 2 - eggs, beaten with 1 tbsp water
  • 3/4 cup italian seasoned bread crumbs
  • 3-4 tablespoons light vegetable (canola) oil

How To Make snapper with sun dried tomato-garlic butter

  • Step 1
    Cut sun dried tomatoes into small bits and drain on paper towels.
  • Step 2
    In a small bowl, combine the tomato bits, butter, garlic and basil leaves. Stir this mixture to blend well and set aside.
  • Step 3
    Dredge the snapper fillets in the seasoned flour mixture, coating well. Dip the coated fillets in the egg-wash mixture, then dredge into the seasoned crumbs.
  • Step 4
    Heat oil in a large skillet or fry pan over a medium heat. Add the coated fillets and fry until nicely browned, then turn and continue on other side until done.
  • Step 5
    Transfer the cooked fish to individual plates and top with a dollop of the tomato-garlic butter. Add side dishes and serve immediately.

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Category: Fish
Culture: Italian
Ingredient: Fish
Method: Pan Fry

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