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Baked Snapper with Spicy Chilies, Ginger, and Fresh Basil

Quick baked snapper with spicy chilies, fresh ginger, and basil for a healthy flavorful meal.

Baked Snapper with Spicy Chilies, Ginger, and Fresh Basil

Discover a quick and healthy baked snapper recipe with spicy chilies, fresh ginger, and basil. Perfect for a flavorful dinner in under 30 minutes.

Recipe Details

Prep time
10m
Cook time
18m
Rest time
0s
Total time
28m

Ingredients

Servings:
1
  • 200 g whole snapper fillet skin on
  • 1 piece red chili pepper sliced
  • 10 g fresh ginger minced
  • 5 g fresh basil leaves
  • 1 piece garlic clove minced
  • 15 ml lime juice fresh
  • 10 ml olive oil extra virgin
  • 1 pinch salt fine
  • 1 pinch black pepper ground

Origins

Asia

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 200 degrees Celsius (about 400 Fahrenheit).
  2. Rinse the snapper fillet under cold water and pat dry with paper towels.
  3. Place the snapper fillet on a baking tray lined with parchment paper.
  4. Sprinkle salt and ground black pepper evenly over both sides of the snapper fillet.
  5. In a small bowl, mix the minced garlic, minced fresh ginger, and sliced red chili pepper with olive oil and fresh lime juice.
  6. Spread the spicy ginger chili mixture evenly over the top of the snapper fillet.
  7. Bake the snapper in the preheated oven for 15 to 18 minutes until the fish is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
  8. Remove the snapper from the oven and sprinkle fresh basil leaves on top before serving.

Tips

  • Use fresh snapper fillet for best flavor and texture.
  • Adjust chili quantity to your preferred spice level.
  • Serve immediately after baking for optimal taste and texture.

Serving Suggestions

  • steamed jasmine rice
  • stir fried vegetables
  • light cucumber salad

Enjoy this flavorful baked snapper with spicy chilies and fresh basil as a quick and healthy meal that delights your taste buds.

Nutrition Facts

Estimated values per 100g.

  • Fiber (g): 0.5
  • Sodium (g): 0.3
  • Sugar (g): 0.5
  • Fat (g): 4
  • Carbohydrates (g): 1
  • Protein (g): 20
  • Calories: 120
  • Cholesterol (g): 0.05
  • Saturated Fat (g): 0.7

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