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Perfect Ina Garten Chilean Sea Bass Recipe Easy Flaky Texture

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A simple and elegant recipe for perfectly flaky Chilean sea bass with a buttery texture, bright lemon, and garlic notes. Ideal for quick weeknight dinners or special occasions.

Ingredients

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  • Chilean sea bass fillets, about 6 ounces (170g) each
  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 2 large garlic cloves, thinly sliced
  • Fresh lemon juice from 1 lemon
  • Sea salt, to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, finely chopped (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon butter (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Pat the Chilean sea bass fillets dry with paper towels. Season both sides generously with sea salt and freshly ground black pepper.
  3. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in your oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering but not smoking, about 2 minutes.
  4. Place the fillets skin-side down if they have skin, or presentation side down if not. Sear without moving for 3-4 minutes until the edges turn golden and the fish releases easily from the pan.
  5. Flip the fillets carefully using a spatula, then add the garlic slices around the fish and drizzle the remaining olive oil and lemon juice over the top.
  6. Optionally, dot the fillets with butter for extra richness.
  7. Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and roast for 5-7 minutes, depending on thickness, until the fish flakes easily but remains moist and tender.
  8. Remove from oven and let rest for 2 minutes. Sprinkle with fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

Dry the fish well before searing to ensure a good crust. Use medium-high heat to avoid burning. Let the fish release naturally from the pan before flipping. Rest fish after cooking to keep it juicy. If you don’t have an oven-safe skillet, transfer fish to a baking dish after searing. Avoid microwave reheating to maintain texture.

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