RED SNAPPER FILLETS WITH
FLAVORED BUTTERS
 
1 1/2 lb. red snapper or cod fillets, 1/2 to 3/4 inch thick
Lemon or Garlic Butter

Cut red snapper fillets into 6 serving pieces. Cover and grill fish about 4 inches from medium coals, turning and brushing occasionally with one of the flavored butters, until fish flakes easily with fork, 15-25 minutes. 6 servings.

MICROWAVE DIRECTIONS: Cut red snapper fillets into 6 serving pieces. Place butter for one of the flavored butters in square microwaveable dish, 8 x 8 x 2 inches. Cover tightly and microwave on high until butter is melted, 30-60 seconds. Stir in remaining ingredients for flavored butter. Add fish, turning to coat well. Cover tightly and microwave until fish flakes easily with fork, 3-5 minutes longer. Let stand covered 3 minutes.

LEMON BUTTER:

2 tbsp. butter, melted
1 tbsp. lemon juice
1/2 tsp. grated lemon peel
1/2 tsp. Worcestershire sauce

Mix all ingredients.

GARLIC BUTTER:

2 tbsp. butter, softened
1/2 tsp. paprika
1/2 tsp. dried oregano leaves
1 clove garlic, crushed
Dash of freshly ground pepper

Mix all ingredients.

Since microwave ovens vary in power, you may need to adjust your cooking time.

 

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