Description
Experience the luxurious flavors of Ina Garten’s Chilean Sea Bass Delight, featuring tender, flaky sea bass fillets perfectly seared and oven-baked in a rich garlic butter sauce with hints of white wine and fresh lemon. This elegant yet easy-to-make seafood dish is ideal for a special dinner and promises a buttery, flavorful treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Sea Bass Fillets
- 2 fillets Chilean sea bass (prized for its buttery flavor and tenderness)
Seasoning & Cooking
- 2 tbsp olive oil (or avocado oil, for searing)
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup dry white wine (optional; can substitute broth)
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 400°F (200°C) to prepare for baking the sea bass fillets to perfection.
- Prepare the Fillets: Gently pat dry the Chilean sea bass fillets with a paper towel to remove excess moisture, then season both sides generously with salt and black pepper to enhance natural flavors.
- Sear the Fish: Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Place the fillets in the skillet and sear each side for 2-3 minutes until they develop a beautiful golden brown crust and start sizzling.
- Add Butter and Garlic: Reduce the heat to medium-low and add 3 tablespoons of unsalted butter along with the minced garlic cloves. Swirl the skillet gently as the butter melts, allowing the garlic to infuse the sauce and become fragrant and bubbly.
- Bake the Sea Bass: Carefully transfer the skillet to the preheated oven. Bake for 8-10 minutes, until the fish turns opaque and flakes easily when tested with a fork.
- Finish and Garnish: Remove the skillet from the oven. Drizzle the fillets with fresh lemon juice and sprinkle chopped fresh parsley on top to add color, brightness, and a fresh finish to the dish before serving.
Notes
- Use an oven-safe skillet to seamlessly transition from stovetop to oven.
- If you prefer not to use wine, substitute with a mild broth to keep the sauce flavorful.
- Do not overcook the sea bass to maintain its tender, flaky texture.
- The garlic butter sauce can be spooned over rice or vegetables for a complete meal.
- Fresh parsley not only adds flavor but also a vibrant garnish for presentation.
