Snapper Veracruzana
Snapper Veracruzana (Huachinango a la Veracruzana) is a classic Mexican seafood dish featuring red snapper fillets smothered in a vibrant, savory tomato-based sauce. The sauce is typically made with tomatoes, olives, capers, onions, garlic, and a variety of herbs and spices like oregano and bay leaves. It originates from the port city of Veracruz, showcasing a blend of indigenous Mexican and Spanish culinary influences.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is a high-protein, low-carbohydrate meal, primarily providing lean protein from the fish and healthy fats from the olives and cooking oil. A typical serving is rich in vitamins like vitamin C and B12, minerals such as selenium and potassium, and generally ranges from 300 to 450 calories.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 380 kcal |
| Protein | 34 g |
| Carbs | 12 g |
| Fat | 22 g |
| Fiber | 3 g |
| Sugar | 6 g |
| Sodium | 680 mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 4.5 mcg |
| Selenium | 64 mcg |
| Potassium | 620 mg |
| Vitamin C | 18 mg |
| Niacin (B3) | 8 mg |
| Phosphorus | 320 mg |
| Vitamin A | 450 IU |
| Iron | 2 mg |
Per 1 fillet with sauce (approx. 220 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, it's a prime example of Veracruz's unique 'mestizo' cuisine, where Spanish ingredients like olives and capers merged with native Mexican tomatoes and chiles. Nutritionally, it's an excellent source of omega-3 fatty acids from the snapper, which are beneficial for heart and brain health.
