Sea Bass with Basil Sauce
Elevate your next seafood dinner with this vibrant and flavorful Sea Bass with Basil Sauce recipe. Perfectly pan-seared sea bass fillets, seasoned with a simple blend of salt and black pepper, are brought to life with a silky, homemade basil sauce made from fresh basil leaves, garlic, lemon juice, and a touch of cream. This elegant dish takes just 30 minutes from start to finish, making it an ideal choice for both weeknight dinners and special occasions. The crispy golden skin and tender, flaky fish are perfectly complemented by the aromatic and tangy basil sauce, which adds a refreshing burst of flavor to every bite. Serve with roasted vegetables or a light rice pilaf for a complete, restaurant-quality meal at home. Whether you're a seafood enthusiast or trying something new, this sea bass recipe is sure to impress!
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Ingredients
- 4 pieces Sea bass fillets
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 cup Fresh basil leaves
- 2 pieces Garlic cloves
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 0.25 cup Heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons Water
Directions
Step 1
Season the sea bass fillets on both sides with salt and black pepper. Set aside.
Step 2
In a blender or food processor, combine fresh basil leaves, garlic cloves, lemon juice, heavy cream, water, and 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Blend until smooth to create the basil sauce. Set aside.
Step 3
Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat.
Step 4
Place the sea bass fillets in the hot skillet, skin-side down if the skin is still on, and cook for 3-4 minutes or until the skin is golden and crispy.
Step 5
Flip the fillets carefully and cook the other side for another 3-4 minutes until the fish is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
Step 6
Reduce the heat to low and pour the basil sauce into the skillet. Let it gently simmer for 1-2 minutes, spooning the sauce over the fish to coat it evenly.
Step 7
Plate the fillets and drizzle additional basil sauce on top. Serve immediately with your choice of sides, such as roasted vegetables or rice, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (530.7g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 898.9 |
| Total Fat 60.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 10.9g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 4.0g | |
| Cholesterol 192mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2635.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 5.4g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 1.2g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 0.8g | |
| Protein 81.7g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 1280IU | 0% |
| Calcium 84.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 3.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1653.8mg | 0% |
Source of Calories