Ingredients
Recipe for 4 people.
🍋 2 lemons | 🐟 1 sea bass (whole or fillets) |
🧅 1 shallot | 🌿 2 sprigs of lemon thyme |
🌿 2 sprigs of oregano | 🧂 Salt |
🫒 1 drizzle of olive oil |
Utensils
🍽️ Baking dish | 🔪 Chef’s knife |
📏 Kitchen thermometer | 🍋 Lemon squeezer |
📋 Baking paper | 🥄 Table spoon |
🌿 Kitchen scissors | 🧂 Mixing bowl |
🍽️ Serving plate | 🥡 Leftover container |
Preparation step by step
Total cooking time: 20 minutes
Preparation time: 10 minutes
Resting time: 0 minutes
Cooking time: 20 minutes
STEP 1: Preheat your oven to 200°C for even and optimal cooking of the fish.
STEP 2: Rinse the sea bass under fresh water, then gently dry it with paper towels.
STEP 3: Place the sea bass on baking paper to prevent it from sticking to the tray.
STEP 4: Cut one lemon into thin slices and place them on the fish to flavor.
STEP 5: Cut one shallot in half and place it inside the belly of the sea bass to enhance the flavors.
STEP 6: Add a few sprigs of fresh herbs like thyme or oregano inside the fish.
STEP 7: Season the sea bass with a pinch of salt before placing it in the oven.
STEP 8: Bake the sea bass for about 20 minutes for perfect cooking.
Preparing a sea bass that is tender and flavorful is not very complicated. Choosing the baking method in the oven is a classic way to keep the firmness of the fish while preserving its aromas. Be sure to preheat your oven to ensure even cooking.
Herbs like thyme and lemon add a fresh touch and enhance the flavor of the sea bass, while offering a beautiful presentation. The trick of adding lemon slices and shallots inside the fish creates a harmonious blend of flavors that will delight your guests.
Finally, enjoy your sea bass with a drizzle of olive oil or other accompaniments, for an explosion of flavors in your mouth that will make your dish a true success during your meals.