South American Style Red Snapper

Ingredients

• 2 lbs red snapper (whole or fillets)
• 1 tablespoon salt
• 2 lemons
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 1 bell pepper, chopped
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 cups chicken broth
• fresh oregano, chopped for garnish (handful)
• fresh cilantro, chopped for garnish (handful)

Directions

1. 1

   If using whole snapper (cleaned) cut about 4 slits through skin on each side.

2. 2

   Season, inside and out with salt and lemon juice; cover and refrigerate 20 minutes.

3. 3

   Meanwhile heat olive oil in a large skillet (large enough to fit the fish) over medium heat and sauté onion, pepper, and garlic until softened, about 10 minutes.

4. 4

   Add chicken broth to skillet and stir.

5. 5

   Remove fish from refrigerator and rinse thoroughly under cold water and pat dry.

6. 6

   Nestle the fish in the skillet and cover.

7. 7

   Let cook 15 minutes, then carefully turn and cook an additional 10 - 15 minutes.

8. 8

   Transfer to serving platter, spoon veggies on top, pour sauce all around, and sprinkle with oregano and cilantro; enjoy!