Haitian-Style Snapper with Tamarind Sauce

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-11 · Updated 2026-04-11

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Fresh snapper fillets baked with a bright, tangy tamarind sauce and aromatic herbs for a light, flavorful meal. This Haitian-inspired seafood recipe, ready in about 29 minutes, pairs snapper fillets, tamarind paste, lime juice for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 14 min Serves 4 Haitian cuisine 280 cal/serving

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Ingredients

4 (6 ounces each) snapper fillets
2 tablespoons tamarind paste
2 tablespoons lime juice
1 teaspoon dried thyme
2 cloves minced garlic
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 tablespoon coconut oil
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro

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Instructions

Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Place 4 snapper fillets (6 ounces each) on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Drizzle with 1 tablespoon olive oil and 1/2 tablespoon coconut oil, then season with 1 teaspoon dried thyme and 2 minced garlic cloves.
Step 2: Whisk 2 tablespoons tamarind paste, 2 tablespoons lime juice, and 1/4 teaspoon salt in a bowl until smooth. Spoon evenly over the snapper fillets.
Step 3: Bake for 12-15 minutes until the fish flakes easily with a fork and the sauce is bubbling at the edges.
Step 4: Garnish with 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro before serving immediately.