Entrée: Mexico – Huachinango Al Horno (Baked Red Snapper)

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Huachinango Al Horno (Baked Red Snapper) recipe
Serving Size: 2
Approximate Time
Prep 5 min
Cook 25 min
Total 30 min

Ingredients

1 red snapper fillet, about 1 lb (450 g)
1 fresh lemon
salt
pepper
fresh parsley or dill (optional)

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Place the red snapper fillet on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or lightly greased.
2. Slice the fresh lemon into thin rounds and place a few slices directly on top of the fish. Add herbs like parsley or dill for extra flavor. Season with salt and pepper and bake for 20-25 minutes until the fish is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
Nutritional Information*

Per serving | Servings: 2

Calories: 233 kcal
Carbohydrates: 2.7 g
Protein: 46.5 g
Fat: 3.1 g
Saturated fat: 0.7 g
Cholesterol: 83 mg
Fiber: 0.8 g
Sugar: 0.7 g
Sodium: 145 mg
Potassium: 978 mg
Calcium: 80 mg
Iron: 0.58 mg
Vitamin A: 72 µg RAE
Vitamin C: 19 mg
Vitamin D: 23 µg

Generated: 2026-11-05T19:35:56+00:00

*Nutrition is estimated using recipe ingredients, serving size, and USDA data. Actual values may vary. Some ingredient contributions are unavailable; the figures shown are known subtotals, not complete recipe nutrition.

Recipe Metadata
Recipe ID
1602
Country
Mexico
Region
Baja California
URL
https://kitchen2mytable.com/view_recipe_data.php?id=1602

Important Cooking Safety Notice

Please ensure all proteins are cooked to a safe internal temperature:

  • Chicken & Poultry: 165°F (74°C)
  • Ground Meats (Beef, Pork, Lamb): 160°F (71°C)
  • Whole Cuts of Pork, Beef, Veal, Lamb: 145°F (63°C) plus a 3-minute rest
  • Fish & Shellfish: 145°F (63°C)

Always use a food thermometer to verify doneness. Stay safe and enjoy cooking!