Pecan Free Ginger-Turmeric Snapper with Broccoli
Bright, bold, and weeknight-ready, this skillet dish brings together golden-seared red snapper and charred broccoli in a way that feels genuinely restaurant-worthy. The fish gets rubbed with fresh ginger and ground turmeric before hitting a hot pan, giving it a deeply fragrant crust and that gorgeous amber color. A quick glaze made from coconut aminos, apple cider vinegar, and a little more ginger ties everything together with a savory-tangy finish that clings beautifully to the crispy skin. The broccoli is cooked in the same skillet — first charred, then steamed with a splash of water and garlic until perfectly tender-crisp — so cleanup stays minimal and every bite picks up those layered flavors. For anyone navigating tree nut allergies, this recipe is naturally free of the usual suspects without any substitutions required; every ingredient here is straightforward and easy to source. Coconut oil handles the searing duties and adds a subtle richness without any nut-based fats sneaking in. It's the kind of clean, vibrant meal that looks impressive on the plate but comes together with nothing more than a single skillet and a few pantry staples.
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4 servings
For the fish
- 4 red snapper fillets (about 6 oz each), skin-on
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, finely grated
- 1 tsp ground turmeric
- ½ tsp fine sea salt
- 2 tbsp coconut oil, divided
For the broccoli
- 1 lb broccoli florets (about 4 cups), cut into bite-sized pieces
- 3 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
- ¼ cup water
For the glaze
- 2 tbsp coconut aminos
- 1 tsp apple cider vinegar
- ½ tsp fresh ginger, finely grated
For serving
- 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, roughly chopped (optional)
Instructions
- 1
In a small bowl, stir together the grated ginger, turmeric, and sea salt. Pat the snapper fillets completely dry with paper towels, then rub the spice mixture evenly over both sides of each fillet.
- 2
In a separate small bowl, whisk together the coconut aminos, apple cider vinegar, and the remaining 1/2 tsp grated ginger. Set the glaze aside.
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