Description
Salt-Crusted Sea Bass with Lemon & Herbs is a show-stopping seafood dish that elevates any dining occasion. The whole sea bass encased in a crispy salt crust locks in moisture, while zesty lemon and aromatic herbs infuse every mouthful with freshness and flavor. Ideal for family dinners or special gatherings, this stunning centerpiece will impress your guests and have them coming back for more!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 whole sea bass (about 2 lbs)
- 2 cups coarse sea salt
- 2 medium lemons, sliced
- 1 cup fresh herbs (parsley and thyme)
- 1 tsp whole peppercorns
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Clean the sea bass under cold water and pat dry thoroughly.
- Stuff the cavity of the fish with lemon slices, fresh herbs, and crushed peppercorns.
- In a bowl, mix coarse sea salt with enough water to resemble wet sand. Spread half on the baking sheet as a base.
- Place the fish on top of the salt bed and cover completely with the remaining salt mixture, pressing gently to form a crust.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until the crust is crackling. Let rest briefly before cracking open to serve.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 1800mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 50g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Feel free to swap out herbs like dill or basil for different flavor profiles. Monitor cooking closely; check for doneness around the 25-minute mark to avoid overcooking.