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Zesty Baked Sea Bass

Sea Bass is a delicate fish so it’s best to cook it simply. I just like to bake it in wine or lemon juice, with some fresh herbs et voilà I’ve got a gorgeous meal - perfect for laid-back dinner parties or special occasions! This zesty baked Sea Bass version is ready within half an hour, needing very little preparation.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 4 hours
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 2 people
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 1234
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 2 sea bass gutted and cleaned
  • 2 lemons
  • 1 bunch of fresh dill
  • Butter or olive oil
  • Salt and pepper

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 180°C.
  2. Rub the fish with some oil,then season with salt and pepper.
  3. Cut the lemon into thin rings.
  4. Rub the base of a roasting tray with butter or oil, then lay half of the lemon disks in two rows. Place the fish on top.
  5. Cut the rest of the lemon into two halves and put these inside the fish. Divide the dill between the two fish.
  6. Add a drop of water or white wine to the pan, cover with foil and bake for 15-25 minutes.
  7. Turn up the heat or set to the grill and brown the skin for a couple of minutes.