Skip to main content

Snapper Escabèche with Charred Spring onions

This elegant snapper escabèche with charred spring onions is a vibrant celebration of fresh seafood and bright, acidic flavours. By lightly grilling the white fish until the skin is crisp and then steeping it in a zesty red onion and vinegar marinade, the flesh remains incredibly moist while absorbing a wonderful depth of seasoning. It is a sophisticated yet simple way to enjoy snapper, highlighting the natural sweetness of the fish against the smoky notes of the grill.

As a diabetes-friendly main course, this recipe focuses on heart-healthy olive oil and lean protein, making it a nutritious choice for a light lunch or a summer dinner. The addition of charred spring onions and flat-leaf parsley adds a lovely textural contrast and a burst of colour. Serve it at room temperature for a relaxed, Mediterranean-style meal that feels truly indulgent.

Poursuivre la lecture ci-dessous

Ingredients for Snapper Escabèche with Charred Spring onions

  • 120ml olive oil, divided, plus more for grill

  • 1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced

  • 60ml white wine vinegar

  • Kosher salt, freshly ground pepper

  • 0 freshly ground pepper

  • 4 (170g) skin-on snapper fillets

  • 1 bunch spring onions

  • Parsley leaves with tender stems (for serving)

How to make Snapper Escabèche with Charred Spring onions

Prepare grill for medium-high heat; oil grate. Combine onion, vinegar, and 6 tablespoons oil in a small bowl; season with salt and pepper. Set marinade aside.

Rub snapper all over with 1 tablespoon oil total; season with salt and pepper. Grill, skin side down, until lightly charred and almost cooked through, 4–6 minutes (skin should release easily; if it sticks, grill another minute or two). Turn; grill until just cooked through, about 1 minute. Place skin side up in a baking dish.

Pour reserved marinade over hot snapper and let sit at least 10 minutes (the longer it sits, the more intensely flavoured it will be).

Meanwhile, toss spring onions on a baking sheet with remaining 1 tablespoon oil; season with salt and pepper. Grill, turning often, until lightly charred and wilted, about 2 minutes. Transfer to a cutting board. Let cool; coarsely chop.

To serve, spoon marinade over snapper and top with spring onions and parsley.

Snapper can be marinated 2 hours ahead. Cover and chill.

Clause de non-responsabilité

While every effort has been made to ensure the information is accurate and up to date, individual needs may vary and dietary requirements can differ based on personal health conditions. Always check food labels and allergen information before preparing or consuming any recipe. If you have specific health concerns, allergies, intolerances, or are following a medically prescribed diet, seek advice from your GP, pharmacist, or a registered dietitian before making significant changes to your diet or lifestyle.

Historique de l'article

Les informations contenues dans cette page ont été évaluées par des cliniciens qualifiés.

  • 16 janvier 2026 | Publié à l'origine

    Auteur: :

    UK recipe editors

    Examiné par des pairs

    UK recipe editors
Vérification de l'éligibilité à la grippe

Demandez, partagez, connectez-vous.

Parcourez les discussions, posez des questions et partagez vos expériences sur des centaines de sujets liés à la santé.

vérificateur de symptômes

Vous ne vous sentez pas bien ?

Évaluez gratuitement vos symptômes en ligne

Inscrivez-vous à la newsletter destinée aux patients

Votre dose hebdomadaire de conseils santé clairs et fiables, rédigés pour vous aider à vous sentir informé, confiant et maître de la situation.

Veuillez saisir une adresse e-mail valide.

En vous abonnant, vous acceptez notre politique de confidentialité. Vous pouvez vous désabonner à tout moment. Nous ne vendons jamais vos données.