The snapper in this recipe but if you prefer another for another fish, try mahi-mahi. It is a delicious firm, mild fish that won't fall apart on the grill.—Alaina Showalter, Clover, South Carolina
Grilled Snapper with Caper Sauce
Grilled Snapper with Caper Sauce
Prep Time
20 min
Cook Time
10 min
Yield
4 servings
Ingredients
- 1/3 cup lime juice
- 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded
- 3 garlic cloves, peeled
- 1-1/4 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves or 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon pepper
- 4 red snapper fillets (6 ounces each)
- SAUCE:
- 3 tablespoons lime juice
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons water
- 2 teaspoons red wine vinegar
- 1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves
- 1 shallot, peeled
- 1 tablespoon capers, drained
- 1-1/2 teaspoons chopped seeded jalapeno pepper
- 1 garlic clove, peeled and halved
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
Directions
- In a small food processor, combine the first six ingredients; cover and process until blended. Pour into a large resealable plastic bag. Add the fillets; seal bag and turn to coat. Refrigerate for 30 minutes.
- Drain and discard marinade. Using long-handled tongs, moisten a paper towel with cooking oil and lightly coat the grill rack. Grill fillets, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from the heat for 3-5 minutes on each side or until fish flakes easily with a fork.
- Meanwhile, combine sauce ingredients in a small food processor. Cover and process until blended. Serve with fish.
Nutrition Facts
1 each: 272 calories, 12g fat (2g saturated fat), 60mg cholesterol, 435mg sodium, 5g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 1g fiber), 34g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 5 lean meat, 2 fat.
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