Spicy Cajun Snapper with Mango-Avocado Salsa Recipe

Spicy Cajun Snapper with Mango-Avocado Salsa

A delicious and vibrant dish that combines bold flavors with fresh ingredients. The subtle flavor of the mango-avocado salsa provides a nice balance to the heat of this delicious pan-seared Cajun snapper—and it’s all ready in under 30 minutes!

Prep time: 15 minutes | Cook time: 10 minutes | Serves: 4

Ingredients

Spicy Cajun Seasoning:

• 1 T. paprika
• 1 t. garlic powder
• 1 t. onion powder
• ½ - 1 t. cayenne pepper (adjust for desired heat)
• ¾ t. dried thyme
• ¾ t. dried oregano
• 1½ t. sea salt
• ¾ t. ground black pepper

For the Fish & Salsa:

• 1 large mango, peeled and diced
• 1 large avocado, peeled and diced
• ½ small red onion, diced
• ½ medium jalapeño pepper, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 3 T. fresh cilantro, finely chopped
• 3 T. fresh lime juice
• 2 T. extra virgin olive oil, divided
• 4 5-oz. red or yellowtail snapper fillets
• Sea salt and black pepper, to taste

Preparation

1. Make seasoning: Combine spicy Cajun seasoning ingredients in a small bowl. Set aside.

2. Prepare salsa: In a large bowl, combine mango, avocado, red onion, jalapeño, garlic, and cilantro. Add fresh lime juice and season with salt and pepper. Stir to combine and set aside.

3. Season fish: Sprinkle spicy Cajun seasoning onto both sides of snapper fillets. Rub gently to ensure seasoning is evenly distributed and adheres well.

4. Cook fish: Heat a tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Place seasoned fillets into hot skillet and cook until nicely browned and flake easily with a fork, approximately 3-5 minutes per side. (Cook time depends on fillet thickness.)

5. Serve: Remove from heat and serve immediately with mango-avocado salsa on top.