Baked Mexican Fish

A delightful Mexican-inspired dish featuring tender red snapper fillets baked with a flavorful sauce and melted cheese, garnished with fresh cilantro leaves.

Ingredients

6	red snapper fillets (4 ounce each)
1⁄2	cup flour
4	tablespoons butter
6	green chili sauce (6 ounces)
3	diced green chilies (3 ounces)
1	lb monterey jack and cheddar cheese blend (grated, 1 lb)
3	tablespoons chopped cilantro leaves
	salt (to taste)
	pepper (to taste)

Instructions

• 1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
  2. Coat the red snapper fillets with flour seasoned with salt and pepper to taste.
  3. In a skillet, heat butter and lightly sauté the fillets until they are done and flaky.
  4. Transfer the cooked fillets into individual casserole dishes or small ovenproof bowls.
  5. Evenly divide the green chili sauce and diced green chilies among the dishes, then sprinkle the grated Monterey Jack and cheddar cheese over each.
  6. Bake for 15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  7. Sprinkle the dish with chopped cilantro leaves before serving.
  8. Note: For an extra twist, consider adding a layer of Mexican rice or orzo flavored with cumin at the bottom of the bowls before assembling the dish. This creates a complete meal with minimal cleanup required.
  9. Note: For a quick single-serving option, fry a fish fillet, add a spoonful of sauce, a tablespoon of diced chilies, and a sprinkle of cheese. Feel free to get creative with the leftovers, such as using them in scrambled eggs. Enjoy this versatile dish that's been a longtime favorite!

Jul 19, 2024