Seared Sea Bass with Fresh Herbs and Lemon
Seared Sea Bass with Fresh Herbs and Lemon is a flavorful Continental Global Delicacies dish prepared with quality ingredients. Using tweezers, remove any bones from sea bass.
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Easy Prep ≤ 4 steps · Fast & beginner friendly
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Moderate 5–8 steps · Everyday home cooking
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Expert ≥ 9 steps · Multi-step advanced prep
Ingredients Required
Tap or click any ingredient to check off during cookingStep-by-Step Cooking Method
Follow numbered steps for authentic taste and perfectionUsing tweezers, remove any bones from sea bass.
Pat fillets dry and score just through skin in 4 places.
Diagonally cut each fillet in half and season with salt and pepper.
In a heavy skillet heat oil and 1 tablespoon butter over moderately high heat until foam subsides and sear fish, skin sides down, about 3 minutes, or until skin is golden.
Turn fish over and cook 2 minutes more, or until just cooked through.
Transfer fish to 2 plates.
Remove skillet from heat and add wine to deglaze, scraping up any brown bits with a wooden spoon.
Stir in lemon juice, herbs, remaining 1/2 tablespoon butter, and salt and pepper to taste.
Spoon sauce over fish.
Chef's Secret Tips & Serving Pairings
- Serve hot and fresh as a wholesome vegetarian meal.
- Pairs excellently with steamed rice, flatbreads, or fresh salad garnish.