What's the BEST Way to Cook Sea Bass

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is lower in saturated fat and provides a healthier fat option.

chilean sea bass

🥗Healthier: cod

💰Cheaper: tilapia

Cod is lower in calories and tilapia is more affordable.

white wine

🥗Healthier: chicken broth

💰Cheaper: apple cider vinegar

Chicken broth adds flavor without alcohol, and apple cider vinegar is a cost-effective substitute.

Thinly slice one shallot and set aside in a bowl.

Smash and finely mince three garlic cloves, then set aside in a different bowl.

Slice 10 kalamata olives and 10 frescatrano olives in half and set aside.

Slice two roasted red bell peppers in half and julienne them, then set aside.

Slice 15-20 cherry tomatoes in half and set aside.

In a large frying pan, heat three tablespoons of olive oil on high until it smokes.

Add the baby potatoes and toss for 2-3 minutes until they start to cook.

Add the shallots and toss for another minute until golden brown.

Add the minced garlic, olives, roasted red bell peppers, and tomatoes, then sauté for about 2 minutes.

Deglaze the pan with 1/2 cup of white wine and cook for another 1-2 minutes.

Season with salt and fresh cracked black pepper, then stir until combined.

Finish with 2 tablespoons of fresh chopped basil and set aside to keep warm.

Pat the 2 pounds of chilean sea bass dry on both sides with paper towels.

Coat the sea bass with 2 tablespoons of oil and season with salt and fresh cracked black pepper.

Grill the sea bass on a hot grill (500-600°F) for 4-5 minutes per side, brushing with unsalted butter before removing and resting for 1-2 minutes.

For pan-searing, pat the sea bass dry, season, and cook skin side up in a large sauté pan with 2 tablespoons of oil and 1 teaspoon of unsalted butter for 5-6 minutes per side, resting before serving.

For baking, preheat the oven to 450°F, pat dry, coat with oil and season, then bake in a small sauté pan with 1 tablespoon of melted unsalted butter for 12-15 minutes until it breaks apart.

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