Roasted Snapper with Parsnip and Herb Brown Butter
Prep
20 mins
Cook
25 mins
Servings
4
Difficulty
Easy
This is one of my favorite weeknight dinners because it comes together in under an hour with minimal fuss. Roasted snapper is naturally lean and packed with omega 3 fatty acids, making it as good for you as it is delicious. The parsnips caramelize beautifully alongside the fish, while the herb brown butter brings everything together with warmth and richness. Best of all, you need just one pan and a handful of simple ingredients to create something that tastes restaurant quality. It's elegant enough for guests but easy enough for a Tuesday night.
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Ingredients
- 4red snapper fillets(6 oz each, skin-on)
- ¾ kgparsnips(peeled and cut into 3-inch batons)
- 4 tablespoonsextra virgin olive oil
- 3 tablespoonsunsalted butter
- 3garlic cloves(minced)
- 2 teaspoonsfresh thyme(leaves only)
- 1lemon(zested and halved)
- 1 teaspoonsea salt
- ½ teaspoonblack pepper
- 2 tablespoonsfresh parsley(chopped)
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Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 425°F and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper. Toss parsnips with 2 tablespoons olive oil, half the salt, and pepper. Spread in a single layer on the baking sheet and roast for 15 minutes until golden and tender.
Tip: Cut parsnips to similar sizes so they cook evenly.
- 2
While parsnips roast, pat snapper fillets dry with paper towels and brush the skin side with remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil. Season flesh side with remaining salt, pepper, and lemon zest.
Tip: Dry fish ensures better browning and crispier skin.
- 3
After 15 minutes, push roasted parsnips to the sides of the baking sheet. Place snapper fillets skin-side up in the center, nestled among the parsnips.
Tip: Arrange fish so heat circulates evenly around each fillet.
- 4
Return baking sheet to oven and roast for 8-10 minutes until snapper is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
Tip: Snapper cooks quickly, so watch carefully to avoid overdrying.
- 5
While fish finishes cooking, melt butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Add minced garlic and thyme, swirling constantly for 2-3 minutes until butter turns golden brown with a nutty aroma.
Tip: Brown butter can burn quickly, so keep the heat moderate and watch it closely.
- 6
Transfer roasted snapper and parsnips to serving plates. Drizzle the brown butter mixture over the fish and vegetables, then squeeze fresh lemon juice over each plate.
- 7
Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately while still warm.
Tip: This dish is best enjoyed fresh from the oven.
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