Grilled Snapper with Caper Sauce
TOTAL TIME: Prep: 20 min. + marinating Grill: 10 min.
YIELD: 4 servings.
The snapper in this recipe but if you prefer another for another fish, try mahi-mahi. It is a delicious firm, mild fish that won't fall apart on the grill.—Alaina Showalter, Clover, South Carolina
Ingredients
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1/3 cup lime juice
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1 jalapeno pepper, seeded
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3 garlic cloves, peeled
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1-1/4 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves or 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
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1 teaspoon salt
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1 teaspoon pepper
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4 red snapper fillets (6 ounces each)
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SAUCE:
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3 tablespoons lime juice
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3 tablespoons olive oil
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2 tablespoons water
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2 teaspoons red wine vinegar
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1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves
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1 shallot, peeled
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1 tablespoon capers, drained
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1-1/2 teaspoons chopped seeded jalapeno pepper
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1 garlic clove, peeled and halved
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1/4 teaspoon pepper
Directions
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1.
In a small food processor, combine the first six ingredients; cover and process until blended. Pour into a large resealable plastic bag. Add the fillets; seal bag and turn to coat. Refrigerate for 30 minutes.
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2.
Drain and discard marinade. Using long-handled tongs, moisten a paper towel with cooking oil and lightly coat the grill rack. Grill fillets, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from the heat for 3-5 minutes on each side or until fish flakes easily with a fork.
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3.
Meanwhile, combine sauce ingredients in a small food processor. Cover and process until blended. Serve with fish.
Nutrition Facts
1 each: 272 calories, 12g fat (2g saturated fat), 60mg cholesterol, 435mg sodium, 5g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 1g fiber), 34g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 5 lean meat, 2 fat.
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