How to Make Red Snapper Livornese - A Step-by-Step Guide

Red Snapper Livornese is a classic Italian dish that combines the flavors of the Mediterranean with the delicate white fish of the sea. This recipe is a perfect example of how simple, fresh ingredients can come together to create a truly memorable meal. The dish gets its name from Livorno, a port city on the western coast of Tuscany, known for its delicious seafood and bold, flavorful cuisine.

Red snapper is a popular fish in coastal regions, known for its mild, slightly sweet flavor ...

Read more

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • ½ small onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 5 whole canned tomatoes, drained and chopped
  • 2 tablespoons capers, chopped
  • ½ cup sliced black olives, drained
  • ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
  • ½ tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
  • 1 pound red snapper fillets
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 30 mins
  • Total Time: 50 mins
  • Servings: 4

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • In a medium skillet, heat olive oil. Add onion and sauté until tender, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and sauté for 1 minute. Stir in tomatoes, capers, olives, pepper flakes, and parsley. Bring to a boil, then simmer for 10 minutes.
  • Spread 1/2 cup sauce in an 11x7-inch baking dish. Arrange snapper fillets in a single layer over sauce. Drizzle fillets with lemon juice, then pour remaining sauce over top.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes for 1/2-inch thick fillets, or 30 minutes for 1-inch thick fillets. Baste once with the sauce while baking. Snapper is done when it flakes easily with a fork.
  • Nutrition

    226 cal.

    • Total Fat: 10g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Cholesterol: 42mg
    • Sodium: 555mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 9g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 4g
    • Protein: 25g
    • Vitamin C: 19mg
    • Calcium: 103mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 767mg