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Best Butter-Basted Snapper Air Fryer Recipe

This simple and flavorful snapper recipe is perfect for those following a carnivore diet, delivering crispy, buttery fish with minimal effort using an air fryer.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 17 minutes
Course Lunch, Main Course
Cuisine American, Carnivore/Keto Fusion
Servings 2
Calories 380 kcal

Equipment

  • 4 to 6-quart air fryer

Ingredients
  

  • 2 snapper fillets about 6 oz each
  • 2 tbsp butter melted (for basting)
  • Salt to taste
  • 1 tbsp tallow or clarified butter for greasing air fryer basket

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the air fryer to 375°F.
  • Prepare the air fryer basket: Lightly grease the air fryer basket with tallow or clarified butter to prevent sticking.
  • Season the snapper: Pat the snapper fillets dry with paper towels and lightly season with salt.
  • Cook the snapper: Place the snapper fillets in the air fryer basket. Cook for 10-12 minutes, basting with melted butter halfway through. The internal temperature should reach 145°F when fully cooked, and the edges should be golden and crispy.
  • Serve: Once the snapper is done, drizzle the remaining melted butter on top and serve immediately.

Notes

Variations (Flexible Carnivore Diet):

  • Herb-Infused Butter: Mix minced fresh herbs (such as parsley or thyme) into the melted butter before basting for added flavor.
  • Lemon Butter Snapper: Add a squeeze of lemon juice to the butter for a tangy twist.

Nutrition

Calories: 380kcalProtein: 35gFat: 25g
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