Instructions

  1. Grind together cumin seeds, garlic cloves, chopped parsley and salt with a mortar and pestle.
  2. Transfer to a small bowl and mix in the lemon juice.
  3. Place red snappers in a large, shallow baking pan and rub spice mixture all over fish.
  4. Cover with plastic wrap and marinate in refrigerator for at least 30 minutes. Preheat oven to 500°.
  5. Remove fish from refrigerator and scatter carrots, potatoes, tomatoes, green bell pepper, sliced lemon, green chiles (such as anaheims) over and around fish.
  6. Pour water and extra-virgin olive oil over fish and vegetables.
  7. Bake, basting often, until fish is cooked through, about 30 minutes.