Sea bass baked in salt
Description
The dish is prepared without unnecessary complications. This recipe for sea bass baked in salt can be a great option for a festive table. The fish absorbs just the right amount needed for an amazing flavor, so there's no need to fear the amount of salt in the recipe. The finished dish can be served immediately.
Instructions
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Step 1
1. Wash the fish, clean it out and dry with a paper towel. Wash the lemon (lime) and orange as well, then dry.
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Step 2
2. Mix the salt with the egg white and add a little water to make it sufficiently moist.
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Step 3
3. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and spread about half of the salt on it. Place the fish on top and put inside the fish's cavity the ingredients that will give it flavor and aroma.
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Step 4
4. This recipe for salt-baked sea bass involves a combination of tangy lime, sweet orange, and fragrant parsley.
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Step 5
5. Next, cover the fish with the second half of the salt (you can leave the head unsalted), pressing it firmly with your hands. Due to its consistency, similar to wet sand, the salt adheres perfectly.
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Step 6
6. Now bake the sea bass in salt in the oven for about 35 minutes.
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Step 7
7. After removing the sea bass from the oven, let it rest for about 5 minutes, then carefully remove the salt.
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Step 8
8. It's better to remove the skin and serve the fish in portioned pieces. This simple recipe for sea bass baked in salt can be perfectly complemented with your favorite sauce and side dish.