Golden Snapper 红皂

Golden Snapper from Pontian has a unique sweet taste that cannot be found elsewhere. It has a mild flavour and a tender white texture. It is rich tasting, practically it can be cooked in many ways including braising and steaming. 红皂的味道清淡，白色的肉质柔软，但笨珍的红皂有别于来自其他海域的红皂，它的口味更加清甜，而且味道浓郁。它可以用多种方式烹饪，包括炖煮和清蒸。

Chinese Name(s): 红皂

Local Name(s): Jenahak

Origin: Pontian 笨珍

Type: Wild Caught 野生

Flavour:  Mild 清淡

Texture: Tender 柔软

Cooking Method: Braise / Steam 红烧 / 蒸

Weight Loss after cleaning (whole fish): 20-25% —————————————————————————————————————  

How To Make: Roasted Snapper Fillet

Ingredients

• 3 snapper fillets, 8 oz each
• 2 tsp olive oil
• 3 cloves garlic
• 2 tbsp fresh rosemary or fresh oregano
• kosher salt and fresh pepper
• 1 tbsp Italian seasoned breadcrumbs
• fresh lemon wedges for serving

Steps

• Preheat oven to 450°.
• Rinse and dry fish well.
• Line a broiler rack with aluminum foil.
• Lightly spray with oil.
• Rub fish with 1 tsp olive oil and season with salt and pepper, garlic and rosemary.
• Place skin side down on oven rack and sprinkle bread crumbs on top.
• Drizzle remaining oil and bake until fish is cooked through, about 15-20 minutes.

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