Frozen snapper is another awesome choiceāitās light, flaky, and holds up beautifully in a ton of dishes, from classic oven bakes to spicy curries. Hereās everything you need to know to make the most of it:
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1. About Snapper
ā¢Popular types:
ā¢Red Snapper (most common globally)
ā¢Golden Snapper / Pink Snapper (common in Australia)
ā¢Flavor: Mild, slightly sweet, firm texture with moist white flesh
ā¢Great for: Baking, grilling, frying, steaming, stews
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2. Buying Frozen Snapper
ā¢Forms available:
ā¢Fillets (skin-on or skinless)
ā¢Whole cleaned snapper (scaled and gutted)
ā¢Where to get it:
ā¢Aussie supermarkets: Woolworths, Coles, Aldi
ā¢Fishmongers & online stores: Aussie Seafood Houses, FishMe, The Fish Shoppe
ā¢International: Costco, Wild Fork, Trader Joeās, Fulton Fish Market
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3. Storage Tips
ā¢Store at 0°F / -18°C or below
ā¢Keep in vacuum-sealed or airtight bags
ā¢Use within 4ā6 months for best taste and texture
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4. Cooking Frozen Snapper
Thawing (recommended):
ā¢Thaw overnight in fridge
OR
ā¢Quick-thaw in a sealed bag under cold water (15ā30 minutes)
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Cooking Methods
Oven-Baked (simple + healthy):
1.Thaw fillets or use frozen
2.Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C)
3.Place snapper on baking tray with olive oil, lemon slices, garlic, salt, pepper
4.Bake:
ā¢Thawed: 12ā15 min
ā¢Frozen: 20ā25 min
5.Internal temp: 145°F (63°C) or flakes easily
Pan-Fried Snapper:
1.Thaw + pat dry
2.Lightly flour + season
3.Fry in oil 2ā4 mins per side
4.Serve with lemon butter, capers, or garlic herb sauce
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