Star of the show in every fine dining
Also known as the Patagonian Toothfish, this premium fish is packed with flavor and always the star of the table. A kilo of this special fish can cost an average of ₱3,000 – ₱4,000. What makes it more expensive than other white fish? Chilean Sea Bass is found far from shore, and way out in the open seas which makes it more difficult to catch!
Taste Notes
Chilean seabass is a white and flaky fish that tastes like cod fish. When it is properly cooked, it should have a smooth and buttery feel and taste. Not only is this fish tasty, it is also packed with Omega-3, Vitamin D, and is a rich source of protein!
A pan seared Chilean Sea bass is a delightful and quick to prepare dish you can prepare at home and is simply great, healthy, and flavorful! You need very few ingredients to prepare this fish and you’ll have yourself a gourmet meal in minutes!
MeatBros Gourmet Recipe For You:
Orange-glazed Seabass
2 Chilean Seabass fillets
Olive oil
Salt
1/2 cup fresh orange juice
1 tbsp orange zest
2 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
2 sprigs fresh thyme
- Preheat the oven to 250 degrees F.
- Remove the fish from the refrigerator and let it come to room temperature, about 10 minutes.
- Pour olive oil in a large non-stick pan and bring the it to a high heat.
- Pat the fish dry with paper towels and sprinkle both sides with salt.
- When the oil is very hot but not smoking, gently add the fish to the pan. Do not try to move the fillets. After 2 to 3 minutes, shake the pan gently and the fish should unstick itself. If the pan was hot enough, it will release. If not, using a fish spatula, gently scrape it from the bottom of the pan. Cook the fish for 1 more minute and then turn it over, placing it on a wire rack set in a sheet tray. Transfer to the oven and cook until cooked through, another 10 to 12 minutes.
- Remove the oil from the pan and add the orange juice, zest, sugar, vinegar, thyme and a pinch of salt. Bring the liquid to a boil, reduce it to a simmer, and reduce the liquid by half. Taste and adjust the seasoning. The sauce should have a great tangy, sweet and sour mix.
- Spoon the sauce over the sea bass and serve immediately. Enjoy!
References:
Terra Madre. (2022). https://terramadre.com.sg/blogs/recipes/pan-seared-chilean-sea-bass-1
Amigo Foods. (2022). https://blog.amigofoods.com/index.php/other-latin-foods/why-is-chilean-sea-