Sauteed Black Sea Bass With Sweet Red Pepper Recipe

Name: Sauteed Black Sea Bass With Sweet Red Pepper
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 6-ounce sea bass fillets with skin on; Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste; 3 tablespoons milk; 2 tablespoons flour; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 2 sweet red bell peppers, about 1 pound, cored, seeded and cut into 1 1/4-inch cubes; 2 tablespoons finely chopped shallots; 2 tablespoons butter; 2 tablespoons lemon juice; 4 tablespoons coarsely chopped fresh basil or parsley

Servings: persons

1
Sprinkle fillets with salt and pepper.
2
Pour milk into a shallow bowl and put flour in a flat dish.
3
Dip each fillet in milk and then dredge in the flour, making sure the flour adheres.
4
Heat oil in a nonstick skillet large enough to hold fillets in one layer.
5
Add fillets skin-side down over medium to high heat and cook about 3 minutes or until golden brown on one side.
6
Fast cooking is important.
7
Turn fish pieces and cook until golden brown, about 2 to 3 minutes.
8
Transfer fish to a warm serving dish.
9
Add red-pepper cubes to skillet and salt and pepper to taste.
10
Cook and stir over medium heat for about 1 minute.
11
Add shallots and cook briefly but do not brown.
12
Add butter and cook, stirring.
13
Add lemon juice and stir.
14
Pour mixture over fish.
15
Sprinkle with basil and serve immediately.

174

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* 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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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: 4 6-ounce sea bass fillets with skin on, Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste, 3 tablespoons milk, 2 tablespoons flour, and more.

Yes, Sauteed Black Sea Bass With Sweet Red Pepper 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.

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Sauteed Black Sea Bass With Sweet Red Pepper

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