How to Fry Fish - Pan Fried Sea Bass Recipe - Easy Simple Fish Recipe

sea bass fillets

🥗Healthier: trout fillets

💰Cheaper: tilapia fillets

Trout is often more affordable and has a similar flavor profile.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is less expensive and has a neutral flavor.

butter

🥗Healthier: ghee

💰Cheaper: margarine

Ghee is a healthier fat option, while margarine is budget-friendly.

Pat sea bass fillets dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture

Season both sides of the fillets with salt and black pepper

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering

Add the sea bass fillets skin-side down to the skillet

Cook for 4-5 minutes until the skin is crispy and golden brown

Carefully flip the fillets using a spatula

Add butter and minced garlic to the skillet

Cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until the fish is opaque and flakes easily

Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the fillets

Sprinkle with chopped fresh herbs before serving

Serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side

Cooking Techniques

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