Last night I had the pleasure of trying this recipe myself. Let me tell you, it was heavenly! It's one of the simplest and most delicious dishes I've ever had. And it's so wonderfully light and refreshing. Perfect for a summer evening! The preparation is incredibly fast and easy, it’s a truly stunning meal. But before we get into that, let's talk about the key ingredient of our masterpiece: the sea bass itself. I think finding good sea bass is essential, and so are the perfect lemon slices, and don't forget the butter! I've found the freshest at the farmer's market downtown.
Honestly, there’s something magical about cooking fish. It's quick, it’s healthy, and the results are often stunningly beautiful. This recipe is all about letting the natural flavors of the sea bass shine, which is why we keep things simple. I love the brightness of the lemon complementing the richness of the butter. It's a match made in seafood heaven, I tell you, made in seafood heaven. What could be better than that?
Required Equipments
- Steamer basket
- Large skillet
- Mixing bowl
- Wooden spoon
- Chef's knife
- Measuring cups and spoons
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This recipe showcases the delicate flavor of sea bass enhanced by a simple yet elegant lemon and butter sauce. It's a light, healthy, and incredibly delicious meal perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion.
⏳ Yield & Time
Yield: 1 servings
Preparation Time: 1 minutes
Cook Time: 8 minutes
Total Time:
🍽 Ingredients
📖 Instructions
- First things first, get your steamer going. Fill a pot with about an inch of water and bring it to a boil. Place your steamer basket inside. This is your culinary battle station, folks!
- While the water's heating up, let's prep the sea bass. Gently rinse your sea bass fillets and pat them dry with paper towels. This ensures even cooking and a nice crispy skin (if you have skin-on fillets).
- Now for the flavor bomb: In a small bowl, combine 2 tablespoons of melted butter with the juice of 1/2 a lemon. Add a pinch of salt and freshly ground black pepper. Taste, adjust seasoning as needed. This is your magic elixir.
- Place the sea bass fillets in the steamer basket, making sure they aren't overcrowded. You want nice, even steaming, not a seafood sauna!
- Evenly distribute the lemon slices and fresh parsley sprigs over the fish. We want every bit of that sea bass infused with flavor!
- Carefully pour the lemon-butter sauce over the fillets, coating them nicely. Don't be shy with that flavor!
- Cover the pot and let those fillets steam for about 8-12 minutes, or until the fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork. Cooking times might vary depending on your stove and the thickness of the fish.
- Once cooked, carefully remove the sea bass from the steamer basket. Serve immediately. Garnish with a little extra parsley if you're feeling fancy-pants!
- Serve with a simple side of rice or roasted vegetables—the subtle flavors of this dish pair beautifully with most things. Enjoy!
📝 Notes
- For extra flavor, add a sprig of fresh thyme or dill to the steamer basket.
- Make sure to adjust the cooking time depending on the thickness of your fillets; thicker fillets will take longer to cook.
- If your sea bass has skin, you can score it before steaming to help it cook more evenly and prevent it from curling up
🍎 Nutrition
Calories: 250 kcal
Protein: 30 g
Fat: 15 g
Carbohydrates: 1 g
Fiber: 0 g
Calcium: 20 mg
