Smoked Whole Snapper
Smoked Whole Snapper pairs gentle wood smoke with bright lime, Cajun spices, and garlic for a flaky, tender fish that’s both citrusy and warmly spiced. Fresh parsley adds a clean, herbal finish. Serve it hot for a weeknight dinner or as a centerpiece for gatherings where bold flavor and minimal fuss shine.
- Prep15 mins
- Cook25 mins
- Serves6
- DifficultyEasy
- 1
Preheat the smoker to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- 2
Pat the fish dry; cut 3 small slits on each side and stuff them with lime slices. In a small bowl, mix the olive oil, Cajun seasoning, garlic, and parsley. Coat the fish with this mixture.
- 3
Smoke the fish until it flakes easily with a fork, about 25 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted near the center should register 145 degrees F (63 degrees C). Garnish with lime wedges to serve.
- Calories 360.82 kcal Moderate
- Protein 32.51 g Good Source
- Carbs 9.4 g Moderate
- Total Fat 21.12 g High
- Saturated Fat 5.03 g High
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 189.0 mg High
- Sodium 671.16 mg High
- Fiber 0.44 g Low Source
- Sugar 0.11 g Low Source
- Added Sugar 0.0 g Low Source
- Calcium 273.57 mg Good Source
- Iron 2.16 mg Moderate
- Potassium 71.77 mg Low Source
- Vitamin A 111.25 mcg_rae Moderate
- Vitamin C 34.31 mg Good Source
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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About This Recipe
Smoked Whole Snapper is a Cajun and Creole dinner recipe made with 6 ingredients. It takes about 40 mins, serves 6, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Cajun Seasoning, Fresh Parsley, Garlic, and Key Lime. Each serving provides about 360.82 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Smoked Whole Snapper?
- It is a Cajun and Creole recipe made with 6 ingredients, usually served for dinner or lunch.
- What is Smoked Whole Snapper made of?
- The main ingredients are Cajun Seasoning, Fresh Parsley, Garlic, Key Lime, Olive Oil. The full list of 6 is above.
- What goes well with Smoked Whole Snapper?
- Explore these Cajun and Creole side-dish recipes.
- How long does it take to make Smoked Whole Snapper?
- About 40 mins in total: 15 mins to prepare and 25 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 360.82 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Smoked Whole Snapper easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 6 ingredients and 3 steps.
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