Pargo relleno is a traditional fish dish that's popular in Cuba and Costa Rica. It consists of a stuffed red snapper. The fish is seasoned with salt, pepper, lemon juice, and garlic. It's covered with onions and rings of green pepper, and then it's marinated for a couple of hours.

The stuffing is made with shrimps, lobster meat, ham, and onions. The snapper is stuffed, then cooked in the oven, and during the cooking, it's frequently brushed with oil or butter. Due to the size of the fish and the rich stuffing, pargo relleno is usually prepared for larger groups of people.