Striped Bass Poached in Herb Butter Recipe

Name: Striped Bass Poached in Herb Butter
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 sticks unsalted butter, cut into cubes; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1/4 cup lightly packed parsley leaves, chopped; 1/4 cup lightly packed dill, chopped; 1/4 cup lightly packed snipped chives; 1/4 cup lightly packed chervil (optional); 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice; Kosher salt; Freshly ground pepper; Six 6-ounce, skin-on striped bass fillets

Servings: persons

1
In a large cast-iron skillet, melt the butter over moderate heat.
2
Add the minced garlic and cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 1 minute.
3
Whisk in the herbs, then whisk in the lemon juice and season with salt and pepper.
4
Remove from the heat.
5
Pat the bass fillets dry and season with salt and pepper.
6
Working in 2 batches, add the fillets to the herb butter, skin side down; cover and cook over moderately low heat until they are just white throughout, 8 to 10 minutes.
7
Transfer the fish fillets to plates, spoon some of the herb butter on top and serve hot.

387

kcal

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Fat

Carbs

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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-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: 1 1/2 sticks unsalted butter, cut into cubes, 2 garlic cloves, minced, 1/4 cup lightly packed parsley leaves, chopped, 1/4 cup lightly packed dill, chopped, and more.

Yes, Striped Bass Poached in Herb Butter 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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Striped Bass Poached in Herb Butter

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