Blackened Red Snapper Etouffee Delight

Blackened Red Snapper Etouffee Delight is a mouth-watering Cajun dish that will leave you craving for more. This dish is a perfect blend of spicy and savory flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. To make this dish, you will need the following ingredients:

Ingredients:

- 4 red snapper fillets
- 1/2 cup butter
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 onion, chopped
- 1 green bell pepper, chopped
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 can diced tomatoes
- 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Cooked rice, for serving

Serves: 4

Cooking Tips:

- Make sure to use a cast-iron skillet for the blackening process.
- Use fresh red snapper fillets for the best flavor.
- Adjust the amount of Cajun seasoning according to your preference for spiciness.

Instructions:

1. In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the flour and stir constantly until the mixture turns brown, about 10 minutes.
2. Add the onion, bell pepper, celery, and garlic to the skillet. Cook until the vegetables are tender, about 5 minutes.
3. Add the chicken broth, diced tomatoes, Cajun seasoning, thyme, oregano, salt, and pepper to the skillet. Stir well and bring to a boil.
4. Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer for 10 minutes.
5. While the etouffee is simmering, heat a cast-iron skillet over high heat.
6. Season the red snapper fillets with Cajun seasoning.
7. Place the fillets in the hot skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until blackened.
8. Serve the blackened red snapper fillets over a bed of cooked rice and top with the etouffee mixture.
Appearance and Taste:
The Blackened Red Snapper Etouffee Delight is a beautiful dish with a vibrant mix of colors. The blackened red snapper fillets are crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, while the etouffee mixture is thick and flavorful. The dish has a spicy kick that is balanced by the savory flavors of the vegetables and herbs. This dish is a perfect example of Cajun cuisine at its finest.
Type of Dish: Cajun Seafood
Main Ingredients: Red Snapper, Cajun Seasoning, Etouffee Mixture