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.
Estimated 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

*Values are estimates based on USDA data and mathematical calculations. Actual values may vary. Where data are unavailable, those contributions are excluded. Calories, Carbohydrates, Protein, Fat, Saturated fat, Cholesterol, Fiber, Sugar, Sodium, Potassium, Calcium, Iron, Vitamin A, Vitamin C and Vitamin D are known subtotals. Missing contributions are unknown, not zero.

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!