Snapper Veracruz Style
Snapper Veracruz Style (Huachinango a la Veracruzana) is a classic Mexican coastal dish featuring red snapper simmered in a vibrant sauce of tomatoes, olives, capers, and pickled jalapeños. Originating from the port city of Veracruz, it beautifully blends Spanish and Mexican culinary traditions, creating a tangy, savory, and slightly briny flavor profile.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is high in protein from the snapper and healthy fats from the olive oil, with a moderate amount of carbohydrates from the tomatoes and olives. It provides excellent sources of omega-3 fatty acids, vitamin C, and antioxidants, with a typical serving containing roughly 300-400 calories.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 250 kcal |
| Protein | 30 g |
| Carbs | 8 g |
| Fat | 10 g |
| Fiber | 2 g |
| Sugar | 4 g |
| Sodium | 680 mg |
| Vitamin C | 25 mg |
| Vitamin A | 120 mcg RAE |
| Vitamin B12 | 2.5 mcg |
| Selenium | 40 mcg |
| Phosphorus | 320 mg |
| Potassium | 450 mg |
| Magnesium | 40 mg |
| Iron | 1.5 mg |
Per 1 fillet (approx. 170 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, it's a delicious example of 'mestizo' cuisine, where indigenous Mexican ingredients like tomatoes and chiles meet Old World additions like olives and capers brought by the Spanish. Nutritionally, the combination of lean fish and heart-healthy fats makes it a flavorful yet balanced meal.
