Bermudian Snapper Delight
Embark on a culinary voyage to Bermuda with our exquisite Bermudian Snapper Delight, a vibrant and aromatic dish that brings the island’s rich maritime flavors to your table. Featuring the succulent snapper, a symphony of North American and Bermudian spices, and a hint of the island’s famed black rum, this dish captivates the senses. It’s a perfect fusion of flavors that showcases the island’s culinary diversity and the chef’s culinary prowess, designed to create a memorable dining experience for your taste buds.
Serves: 2, Difficulty: Expert
Preparation Time: 30 minutes, Cooking Time: 40 minutes
Ingredients
- 400 grams snapper fish, filleted
- 100 grams onion, finely chopped
- 50 grams celery, diced
- 100 grams tomatoes, diced
- 3 cloves of garlic, minced
- 2 grams fresh thyme
- 2 grams bay leaves
- 50 ml black rum
- 30 ml sherry pepper sauce
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- 50 grams butter
- 200 ml water
- 2 grams fresh parsley for garnish
Method
- Season the snapper fillets with salt and black pepper.
- In a pan, melt butter over medium heat and sauté onions and garlic until fragrant.
- Add celery and tomatoes and cook for 5 minutes until soft.
- Stir in thyme, bay leaves, black rum, and sherry pepper sauce, and let the mixture simmer for 5 minutes.
- Add water, bring to a simmer, and gently place the snapper fillets in the pan.
- Cover and cook for 20 minutes until the snapper is cooked through and flavors meld.
- Serve the snapper with the cooked sauce, and garnish with fresh parsley.
Tips
- Fresh snapper brings the best flavor, so choose high-quality fish.
- Adjust the amount of sherry pepper sauce to your spiciness preference.
- Let the sautéed onions and garlic caramelize slightly for a sweeter flavor.
Nutritional Information
| Nutrient | Per 100g | Per Serving |
|---|---|---|
| Energy | 100 kcal (418 kJ) | 400 kcal |
| Fat | 5g | 20g |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 8g |
| Carbohydrates | 3g | 12g |
| Sugars | 1g | 4g |
| Protein | 8g | 32g |
| Salt | 1g | 4g |
