Whole Grilled Red Snapper with Jicama Slaw Recipe

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Whole Grilled Red Snapper with Jicama Slaw
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  1. To make the Snapper: Have your fish monger clean and scale the red snapper, making sure gills and fins have been removed.
  2. In a plastic bag, marinate the fish in olive oil and your fresh herb of choice (cilantro matches well with the jicama slaw) for 2 hours in the refrigerator. Cut the lemon into small wedges and stuff them into the cavity of the fish.
  3. While the fish is marinating, make the Slaw: Julienne the jicama and the carrot. Mix in the scallion and cilantro. Combine the rice wine vinegar, fresh lime juice, sugar, and chili paste, if using, in a small bowl to dissolve the sugar and then toss with the vegetables. Place the slaw in the refrigerator and chill.
  4. To grill the snapper: Place the marinated fish into a grilling basket, making sure to wipe off any excess marinade which can cause the fire to flare up. Use a high heat, and grill fish for about 10 minutes per inch of thickness at its thickest point. Make sure you only turn the fish once. If you don't have a grilling basket, try wrapping the fish in a banana leaf, it will help prevent the fish from falling apart, while allowing the flavor of the grill to penetrate the snapper.
  5. To bake the fish: Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
  6. Transfer the marinated fish to a large, well-greased oval ceramic casserole or roasting dish. A large oval saute pan also works well. Bake for 12 to 15 minutes per inch of thickness at the thickest part. The fish is done when the thickest part has a moist and juicy appearance. Do not cook until flaky, this means the fish is overdone and will taste dry. Check the readiness of the fish by gently lifting the fillet away from the bone along the dorsal fin near the head. An instant thermometer can also tell you when the fish is done. It should read approximately140 degrees F.
  7. To serve, spread the jicama slaw onto a large oval serving dish, and place the grilled fish on top for a wonderful looking (and tasting) dish.
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 916.59 Kcal (3838 kJ)
Calories from fat 261.02 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 29g 45%
Cholesterol 251.69mg 84%
Sodium 476.06mg 20%
Potassium 2936.71mg 62%
Total Carbs 10.17g 3%
Sugars 5.21g 21%
Dietary Fiber 2.32g 9%
Protein 143.94g 288%
Vitamin C 39.5mg 66%
Vitamin A 3.5mg 117%
Iron 0.4mg 2%
Calcium 248.2mg 25%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 109.71 Kcal (459 kJ)
Calories from fat 31.24 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 3.47g 45%
Cholesterol 30.12mg 84%
Sodium 56.98mg 20%
Potassium 351.49mg 62%
Total Carbs 1.22g 3%
Sugars 0.62g 21%
Dietary Fiber 0.28g 9%
Protein 17.23g 288%
Vitamin C 4.7mg 66%
Vitamin A 0.4mg 117%
Iron 0.1mg 2%
Calcium 29.7mg 25%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Tastes

  • salty
  • savory
  • bitter
  • sweet
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Weightwatchers Points

  • 20.3
    Points
  • 22
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • saturated fat free,
  • low sodium

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