Pan-Seared Silver Snapper with Coconut Pepper Sauce
Ingredients:
- 4 slices of Silver Snapper fish
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon rosemary
- 1 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 onion, thinly sliced
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- 2 bay leaves
- 1 Habanero pepper, finely chopped (adjust to taste for spice level)
- 1 cup beer (pale ale or lager)
- 2 tablespoons coconut milk powder
- 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast
- 2 tablespoons olive oil for searing
Instructions:
1. Marinate the Fish:
- Pat the Silver Snapper fish slices dry with paper towels.
- Season both sides with salt, black pepper, and rosemary.
- Allow the fish to marinate for at least 15 minutes.
2. Prepare the Coconut Pepper Sauce:
- In a bowl, mix together coconut milk powder, nutritional yeast, and a bit of water to form a smooth paste.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add sliced red onion, bell pepper, and onion. Sauté until softened.
- Add garlic powder, thyme, bay leaves, and chopped habanero pepper. Cook for an additional 2 minutes.
- Pour in the beer and bring to a simmer. Allow it to cook for 5-7 minutes to reduce and concentrate flavors.
- Stir in the coconut milk powder mixture. Simmer until the sauce thickens. Adjust salt and pepper to taste.
3. Pan-Seared Silver Snapper:
- In a separate skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat.
- Carefully place the marinated Silver Snapper slices in the skillet.
- Sear each side for 3-4 minutes or until the fish is cooked through and has a golden-brown crust.
4. Serve:
- Place the pan-seared Silver Snapper on a serving plate.
- Spoon the Coconut Pepper Sauce over the fish.
- Garnish with fresh herbs or additional black pepper if desired.
5. Enjoy:
- Serve this delicious Pan-Seared Silver Snapper with Coconut Pepper Sauce over rice or quinoa, allowing the flavorful sauce to complement the perfectly cooked fish.
This dish combines the richness of coconut, the heat of habanero pepper, and the aromatic blend of herbs and spices for a delightful and flavorful meal. Adjust spice levels to suit your taste preference.
