Pan Seared Mangrove Snapper...

[Steve H]

We'll even try to get in a fishing trip...

That would be great!

 

[GaryHibbert]

What a feast, Charles. And starting out with that mango salsa had me hooked right from the start. Everything looks absolutely delicious.
Great to see the little sweetie back giving thanks.
Gary

 

[Gonna Smoke]

What a feast, Charles. And starting out with that mango salsa had me hooked right from the start. Everything looks absolutely delicious.
Great to see the little sweetie back giving thanks.
Gary

I appreciate that, Gary! My wife is not a big fan of fresh mango, she doesn't like the texture, but she really loved the salsa.

 

[chilerelleno]

I don't brag on my cooks, but this one really was a great meal. Thank you, John...

It ain't bragging or boasting, it just stating facts enthusiastically.

 

[civilsmoker]

Very nice! I would be one happy camper sharing that meal for sure!!

 

[indaswamp]

I wasn't expecting a ride

I like to call getting a thread featured, "The LoveHammer" as opposed to the "Banhammer"!! LOL!!!

If everybody posts often enough eventually they will get noticed and get a ride......

 

[Gonna Smoke]

Very nice! I would be one happy camper sharing that meal for sure!!

Thank you! You'd certainly be welcome to share it...

 

[tallbm]

...or "grovies" as they are called, was on the menu. I had a chance to go offshore fishing with some buddies and we caught quite a few so after filleting them, I just had to cook some fresh and pan seared was it, so here we go...

First up was a mango/corn salsa that I put together a day ahead. Three ears of fresh corn, 2 ripe mangos cut into small cubes, ½ a red bell pepper chopped, 1 jalapeno seeds removed and diced, 2 cloves of garlic finely diced, 1 lime zested and squeezed, a thick slice of red onion chopped, and half a can of pineapple tidbits in juice...
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I cut the corn off the cob and pan seared it with a good drizzle of EVOO for about 5 minutes or until tender, but not brown, stirring frequently. Removed from heat and allowed to cool while I got everything else ready...
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All the other ingredients were combined in a bowl. I added most of the juice from the can of pineapple, too. Once the corn had cooled, I added it in and the bowl was placed in the refrigerator over night. I did not add any seasoning...
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Now on to the main course. Three snapper fillets, a quart of shrimp, some heirloom cherry tomatoes from a friend, and some local peaches...
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The shrimp were peeled and skewered and the peaches were cut in half, all to be grilled. I brushed the shrimp with EVOO and seasoned lightly with J.O.'s #1. Got the grill hot and on they all went...
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On a hot grill, this takes only a few minutes and I don't want to overcook the shrimp.

Now back in the house to get everything else ready. I cut the tomatoes in half and drizzled EVOO and balsamic vinegar on them. Placed on a sheet pan, lightly salted with course salt, and into a 400℉ for about 10 minutes or until softened...
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The fish was lightly seasoned with course salt and cracked black pepper. Pan seared in EVOO and butter until brown...
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To the pan drippings, I added about half a stick of butter and the juice from 1 lemon to make a sauce to go over the fish...
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Give thanks...
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Time to eat...
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This was really a delicious meal and all those here raved about it. I don't think there's anything I would change next time...

That looks fantastic, great job!

 

[HalfSmoked]

Awesome job all-around for the whole meal.

Warren

 

[WaterRat]

Wow, what a visually stunning plate. I’d be all over that

 

[Brokenhandle]

Charles that looks like an amazing meal! Tough to beat that pic of your grand girl... but kind of cool they miss your cooking! Gonna have to try that salsa... looks tasty!

Ryan

 

[tx smoker]

This one pic says it all. What a truly amazing plate Charles. so much color, freshness, and vibrancy. You my friend have been killing it recently. You have my permission to make this meal for me when I come to visit Very, very well done sir!!

Robert

 

[Winterrider]

Gonna Smoke , what a beautiful plate and a "very" deserving ride on the carousel.

 

[Gonna Smoke]

That looks fantastic, great job!

Thank you very much...

 

[Gonna Smoke]

Awesome job all-around for the whole meal.

Warren

Thank you Warren, I really appreciate that...

 

[Gonna Smoke]

Wow, what a visually stunning plate. I’d be all over that

I appreciate your comments very much...

 

[Gonna Smoke]

Charles that looks like an amazing meal! Tough to beat that pic of your grand girl... but kind of cool they miss your cooking! Gonna have to try that salsa... looks tasty!

Ryan

Fishing has kept me pretty busy lately and by the time I get home and get my boat cleaned up, rod & reels checked, and get everything ready to go again the next day, I haven't had much time to cook and the grandgirls have definitely noticed . I've got to do better and not let fishing get in the way of family. The salsa was really good and would be great with tortilla chips or Fritos Scoops. Looking back at the picture, I forgot to add in the comments that I also used a finely chopped shallot...

 

[Gonna Smoke]

This one pic says it all. What a truly amazing plate Charles. so much color, freshness, and vibrancy. You my friend have been killing it recently. You have my permission to make this meal for me when I come to visit Very, very well done sir!!
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Robert

Robert, this will definitely be on the menu and I look forward to making it for you, my friend...

 

[Gonna Smoke]

Gonna Smoke , what a beautiful plate and a "very" deserving ride on the carousel.

Appreciate that, buddy!!