Pan-Seared Branzino

Main Dishes

June 5, 2024

This sea bass, found in northern Italian waters, offers a subtle flavor while providing you with a great source of omega 3s.

SERVES 4

• 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 1 small yellow onion, diced
• 2 large plum tomatoes, seeded and diced
• 4 branzino fillets, 4-6 ounces each
• ¼ cup minced fresh basil
• Freshly ground white pepper, to taste

1. Heat oil in a cast iron skillet over medium flame. Add onion and sauté for five minutes. Place tomatoes in skillet and continue cooking for five minutes.

2. Move tomato and onion to side of pan and add fillets, skin side down. Cook for five minutes and turn once. Turn skin side down again and top with tomatoes and onion.

3. Sprinkle with basil and dust lightly with freshly ground pepper.

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