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How to cook the perfect Chilean sea bass

Known for its rich and oily texture, Chilean sea bass is a favorite among gourmet chefs and home cooks alike. Try our sustainable fillets today to elevate your next dinner party experience.

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·By Ethan Brooks·
How to cook the perfect Chilean sea bass — Main Course served and photographed from above
Prep
0 min
Cook
0 min
Difficulty
Intermediate
Serves
4

Preparation

Get these tasks done before you start cooking.

Marinating the Sea Bass

  1. 1

    Combine marinade ingredients

    In a bowl, combine the olive oil, salt, pepper, and lemon juice.

  2. 2

    Marinate fillets

    Place the sea bass fillets in a shallow dish and cover with the marinade.

  3. 3

    Chill

    Let sit in the refrigerator for at least 20 minutes.

Preparing the Artichokes and Capers

  1. 1

    Melt butter and sauté garlic

    Heat a skillet over medium heat and add butter. Sauté the garlic until fragrant, about 1 minute.

  2. 2

    Cook artichokes and capers

    Add artichokes, capers, white wine, and lemon juice, stirring to combine. Simmer for 5 minutes.

    Tip: Do not overcook the fish; it should remain tender and juicy. Use a non-stick pan to avoid sticking.

How to Make How to cook the perfect Chilean sea bass

Total time: 0 min · Yields 4 servings

  1. 1

    Sear the Sea Bass

    Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat and sear the marinated sea bass for 3-4 minutes on each side, until browned and cooked through.

  2. 2

    Finish the Sauce

    Once the fish is cooked, pour the artichoke and caper mixture over the fish in the skillet, allowing flavors to meld for 1-2 minutes.

  3. 3

    Adjust Seasoning

    Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt, pepper, or lemon juice if necessary.

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