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Vietnamese Baked Snapper Recipe

4.8 from 87 reviews

Vietnamese Baked Snapper is a flavorful and simple dish featuring tender snapper fillets marinated in a fragrant blend of fish sauce, garlic, and ginger, then oven-baked to perfection. This recipe offers a vibrant taste of Vietnamese cuisine with minimal ingredients and effort, making it perfect for a quick yet delicious dinner.

Ingredients

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Fish

  • 4 snapper fillets (about 6 ounces each)

Marinade

  • 3 tablespoons fish sauce
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Marinade: In a small bowl, combine fish sauce, minced garlic, and minced ginger thoroughly to create a fragrant, savory marinade.
  2. Season the Fish: Place the snapper fillets in a shallow dish and pour the marinade evenly over them. Allow the fish to marinate for 15-20 minutes to soak up the flavors.
  3. Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 375°F (190°C) and allow it to fully preheat while the fish marinates.
  4. Bake the Snapper: Arrange the marinated snapper fillets on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or lightly greased. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
  5. Serve: Carefully remove the snapper from the oven and serve immediately with your choice of sides, such as steamed rice and fresh vegetables.

Notes

  • You can adjust the fish sauce quantity to control the saltiness according to your taste.
  • For an extra layer of flavor, garnish with chopped fresh cilantro or green onions before serving.
  • If you don’t have snapper, other white flaky fish like cod or halibut work well.
  • Do not overbake to ensure the fish remains moist and tender.

Keywords: Vietnamese baked fish, snapper recipe, baked snapper, garlic ginger fish, easy Vietnamese dinner