5 4-inchlemongrass stalkswhite bulb only, thinly sliced or zest of two lemons
1cuptightly packed fresh cilantrodivided
1/2cuptightly packed fresh mintplus 2 tablespoons chopped mint for garnish
1cupextra virgin olive oildivided
2clovesgarlicpeeled
2jalapeñoshalved, seeded, and coarsely chopped
1tablespoonpaprika
2tablespoonsherry vinegar
salt to taste
4 4-6-ounceskinless red snapper fillets3/4 to 1 inch thick
Instructions
Place the chopped mango, lemongrass (or lemon zest), all but 2 tablespoons of the cilantro, mint, 1/2 cup of oil, garlic, jalapeños, paprika and salt in a food processor or blender and process until smooth. Add the remaining 1/2 cup of oil and the vinegar and process until smooth. Place fish filets in a large baking dish, cover with mojo and turn to coat. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for up to 1 hour.
Preheat oven to 350 °F. Place four 16-inch-long rectangles of parchment paper on your work surface with the short side facing you. Crease down the middle. Place a fillet in the center of the bottom half of the rectangle. Pour about 1/4 cup mojo over each fillet. Arrange a few slices of mango on the top of each fillet along with remaining cilantro. Fold the parchment over the fish so that the top and bottom edges meet. Tightly crimp from one end around to the other and fold the edges of the parchment to seal the package. Place packets on a rimmed baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes.
Place fish packets on a large serving dish and open the packets tableside. Serve fish with the juices from the packet and sprinkle with mint leaves.
Serving Tips:
For a family-sized serving pouch, use 1 pound snapper and increase cooking time 3 minutes.