Description
A simple and flavorful recipe for Branzino fillets, perfect for seafood novices.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 Branzino fillets
- Salt
- Pepper
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- Fresh thyme
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 Lemon, squeezed
- Assorted vegetables for roasting (e.g., carrots, zucchini, bell peppers)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Season Branzino fillets with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a pan over medium-high heat.
- Place fillets skin-side down and cook until the skin is crispy, about 4-5 minutes.
- Flip the fillets and add fresh thyme, minced garlic, and a squeeze of lemon juice. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- Toss the assorted vegetables with olive oil, salt, and pepper, and roast them in the oven for 20-25 minutes.
- Serve the pan-seared Branzino fillets with roasted vegetables on the side and garnish with lemon wedges.
Notes
Ensure the skin of the fish is dry before cooking for a crispy texture. You can experiment with different herbs and spices for varied flavors.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet with vegetables
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg