Salt Baked Branzino Recipe

Name: Salt Baked Branzino
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 whole Branzino; 1 whole Lemon, Cut Into Wheels; 2 cloves Garlic, Minced, Divided; 8 sprigs Parsley, Divided; 4 sprigs Thyme; 3 pounds Kosher Salt; 4 whole Egg Whites; 1/2 cups Olive Oil; ⅓ cups Lemon Juice; 1- 1/2 teaspoon Dried Oregano

Servings: persons

1
Preheat oven to 425 degrees F.
2
Rub fish with a little oil.
3
Stuff each fish with 2-3 lemon wheels, 1/2 clove garlic, 3 springs parsley, and 2 springs thyme.
4
Mix the salt with egg whites.
5
Add water to make a sandy consistency (should be less than a cup).
6
Mix olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, and the remaining parsley (chopped).
7
Add salt to taste.
8
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and pour on some of the salt mixture.
9
Place the fish on the salt, then cover with remaining salt mix.
10
Bake for 35-40 minutes.
11
When done, remove from the oven and crack open the salt and discard.
12
Remove the skin from the fish and fillet.
13
Pour some of the oil and lemon sauce over and enjoy!

498

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Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 whole Branzino, 1 whole Lemon, Cut Into Wheels, 2 cloves Garlic, Minced, Divided, 8 sprigs Parsley, Divided, and more.

Yes, Salt Baked Branzino falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Salt Baked Branzino

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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