This simple grilled red snapper recipe has clean flavors and a nice char flavor from the grill. It's well-seasoned but not overly spicy. Serve with grilled veggies or a green salad to make it a meal. Read the full recipe after the video. What Is Red Snapper? Red snapper is a firm, white fish with reddish-pink skin.
Always grill with the skin side down to start. For delicate fish, like red snapper, it is best to only cook it skin side down or the fish will likely fall apart on the grill. If the fish doesn't have skin, place it on foil. Clean grill grates: Dirty grill grates make it more likely that the fish will stick to the grill.
Red snapper can be bought whole or cut into fillets. Whole fish are relatively easy to cook, but if you're looking for something quick, opting for fillets is a better choice. Fillets can be bought fresh or frozen and they are usually sold skin-on. The skin crisps up nicely when it's cooked so you don't need to remove it.
Insert 2 lemon slices into the cavity of each fish, cover, and marinate in the refrigerator for 1 hour. Heat grill to medium-high, following manufacturers instructions for indirect cooking. Coat grill rack with cooking spray.