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Ina Garten Chilean Sea Bass

Chef Emmy
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

  • 4 Chilean sea bass fillets about 6 oz each
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 lemon zest and juice
  • 1 tablespoon parsley chopped
  • 1 tablespoon dill chopped (optional)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • Pat the fish dry and season with salt and pepper.
  • Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Sear sea bass fillets for 3–4 minutes per side until golden and cooked through.
  • Remove fish, then melt butter in the skillet.
  • Stir in garlic, lemon juice, and zest; cook for 1 minute.
  • Spoon sauce over fish, garnish with herbs, and serve.

Notes

Tips

  • Use a cast-iron skillet for a perfect sear.
  • Add a splash of white wine to the sauce for extra flavor.
  • Serve with roasted asparagus, quinoa, or crusty bread.