Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
2 pound

ripe tomatoes

peeled

3 unit

serrano chiles

stemmed

0.25 cup

white onion

coarsely chopped

3 unit

garlic cloves

chopped

0.25 cup

fresh cilantro

chopped

1 tbsp

fresh parsley

chopped

1.5 tsp

fine sea salt

3.25 pound

whole red snapper

cleaned, butterflied

0.25 cup

canola oil

1 tsp

dried Mexican oregano

2 tsp

fresh lime juice

12 unit

corn tortillas

warm

Step 1
~3 min

Line a large skillet with foil.

Step 2
~3 min

Place tomatoes and serrano chiles in the skillet.

Step 3
~3 min

Cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until the skins blister and blacken (about 20 minutes for tomatoes, 10 minutes for chiles).

Step 4
~3 min

Remove from heat and let cool slightly.

Step 5
~3 min

Peel the tomatoes and transfer them to a food processor.

Step 6
~3 min

Add the roasted chiles, chopped white onion, and chopped garlic to the food processor.

Step 7
~3 min

Blend until a coarse puree forms.

Step 8
~3 min

Transfer the sauce to a bowl.

Step 9
~3 min

Stir in chopped fresh cilantro, chopped fresh parsley, and fine sea salt.

Step 10
~3 min

Prepare a barbecue grill for medium-high heat or preheat your broiler.

Step 11
~3 min

Rinse the whole red snapper inside and out with cold water and pat it dry.

Step 12
~3 min

Open the fish flat, like a book (butterflied).

Step 13
~3 min

Rub the fish inside and out with canola oil.

Step 14
~3 min

Sprinkle the inside of the fish with dried Mexican oregano, salt, and pepper.

Step 15
~3 min

If grilling, place the fish, opened flat, in a grill basket.

Step 16
~3 min

If broiling, place the fish, opened flat, on an oiled rimmed baking sheet.

Step 17
~3 min

Grill or broil the fish until it is just opaque in the center, about 6 minutes per side.

Step 18
~3 min

Using a spatula, carefully transfer the grilled or broiled fish to a platter.

Step 19
~3 min

Sprinkle the fish with fresh lime juice.

Step 20
~3 min

Serve the grilled fish immediately with the prepared roasted tomato sauce and warm corn tortillas.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the number of chiles based on your spice preference.

For a smokier flavor, use a charcoal grill.

Serve with a side of Mexican rice and beans.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Not Ideal
Make Ahead

Sauce can be prepared 4 hours in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with warm corn tortillas.

Offer a side of Mexican rice and refried beans.

Garnish with avocado slices.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Mexican Rice
Refried Beans
Guacamole
Pico de Gallo

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Mexico

Cultural Significance

Popular dish along the coasts of Mexico.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Fiestas
Lent
Seafood celebrations

Occasion Tags

Summer
Dinner Party
Casual Gathering

Popularity Score

68/100

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