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branzino recipe​

Pan-Seared Branzino Recipe

5 from 1 vote
Crispy skin, flaky Mediterranean sea bass in 20 mins. Perfect beginner branzino recipe with lemon-herb flavor.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 whole branzino 1-1.5 lbs each or 1.5 lbs fillets
  • ¼ cup olive oil
  • 2 lemons juice + slices
  • 4 garlic cloves minced
  • ¼ cup fresh parsley + thyme chopped
  • Salt & pepper
  • Optional: Capers

Equipment

  • Cast iron skillet
  • Tongs
  • Paper towels
  • Meat thermometer
  • Sharp knife

Method
 

  1. Prep (10 mins):
  2. Rinse fish, pat very dry.
  3. Score skin 3-4 diagonal slits/side.
  4. Rub with garlic, herbs, lemon juice, 2 tbsp oil, salt/pepper. Marinate 15 mins.

Notes

  • Dry pat crucial for crisp skin.
  • Sub striped bass if needed.
  • Fridge leftovers: 2 days.
  • Grill variation: 450°F, 5 mins/side.
  • Nutrition: 220 cal, 28g protein/serving.
branzino recipe​