Red Snapper
Lutjanus campechanus
Common Names: Snapper, Red Snapper
AVAILABILITY Fresh
SEASONAL AVAILABILITY
Year Round Availability
CATCH and COUNTRY of ORIGIN
Hook & Line, Long Line, Rod & Reel; USA, Central America
SIZING
Whole Fish
Hand Carved Half Side Fillets
Cut to Size Portions
FLAVOR PROFILE
Stronger, sweet flavor. Medium texture with medium flake.
COOKING TECHNIQUES
Grilling, Roasting, Broiling, Pan Searing, Frying, Steaming, Poaching, Ceviche.
PRODUCT INFO
Red Snapper is one of the most popular of all white fish. The fish is also available whole or in fillets. Whole fish can be found in weights from about 2 to 5 pounds.
Whole red Snapper is great to grill.
