Roasted Snapper with Aubergine
Prep
20 mins
Cook
35 mins
Servings
4
Difficulty
Medium
This is one of my favorite dishes to make when I want something that feels restaurant quality but comes together in under an hour. Roasted snapper with aubergine has become a regular on my dinner table because it's so simple to prepare yet incredibly impressive. The snapper is lean and packed with omega 3 fatty acids, which are wonderful for heart health, and pairing it with roasted aubergine creates this beautiful, satisfying meal that doesn't feel heavy. What I love most is how forgiving the recipe is, plus it costs a fraction of what you'd pay at a restaurant.
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Ingredients
- 4snapper fillets(about 150g each, skin on)
- 2aubergine(cut into 1cm cubes)
- 6 tablespoonsextra virgin olive oil
- 4garlic cloves(minced)
- 250 gramscherry tomatoes(halved)
- 12fresh basil leaves(torn)
- 3fresh thyme sprigs
- 1lemon(zest and juice)
- 1 teaspoonsea salt
- ½ teaspoonblack pepper
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Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 200°C (180°C fan). Toss the cubed aubergine with 4 tablespoons of olive oil, salt, pepper, and thyme on a large baking tray. Spread in a single layer and roast for 20 minutes, stirring halfway through.
Tip: Choose a firm aubergine and cut pieces evenly so they cook at the same rate.
- 2
While the aubergine roasts, pat the snapper fillets dry with paper towels. Brush both sides lightly with the remaining olive oil and season generously with salt and pepper.
Tip: Dry fish ensures better browning and a crispier skin.
- 3
After 20 minutes, remove the baking tray and scatter the minced garlic and halved tomatoes among the aubergine. Nestle the snapper fillets skin-side up on top of the mixture.
Tip: Arrange the fish so they don't overlap for even cooking.
- 4
Return the tray to the oven and roast for 12-15 minutes until the snapper flakes easily with a fork and the tomatoes have softened.
Tip: Don't overcook the fish—it continues cooking slightly after removal from heat.
- 5
Remove from the oven and scatter fresh basil over the dish. Drizzle with lemon juice and sprinkle with lemon zest for brightness.
Tip: Add the basil after cooking to preserve its delicate flavor and vibrant color.
- 6
Divide the roasted aubergine mixture among four plates and top each with a snapper fillet. Serve immediately while hot.
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