How long can I store leftovers?

Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days in an airtight container.

Can I make this ahead?

It's best prepared fresh, but you can marinate the fish the night before.

What can I use as a substitute for sea bass?

You can substitute sea bass with cod or haddock if desired.

How can I make this dish dairy-free?

Use a dairy-free butter alternative for the sauce and vegetables.

Can I use dried herbs instead of fresh parsley?

Yes, use about 1 teaspoon of dried parsley instead.

Citrusy Bonne Femme Bass with Lemon Butter Sauce

Name: Citrusy Bonne Femme Bass with Lemon Butter Sauce
Prep time: 1 h
Cook time: 1 h
Total time: 1 h
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Main Course
Ingredients: Sea bass fillets; Lemon juice; Lemon zest; Garlic cloves; Olive oil; Salt & pepper; Baby potatoes; Button mushrooms; Onion; Unsalted butter; White wine; Salt & pepper; Lemon juice; Unsalted butter; Salt; Fresh parsley; Lemon wedges

A Zesty Take on a Classic French Dish

This delightful dish combines the traditional flavors of Bonne Femme with a refreshing citrus twist, making it perfect for a gourmet dinner or celebratory meal.

1 h 30 min
4
Intermediate

Ingredients

For the Citrus Bass Marinade

Sea bass fillets

4, skinless

Lemon juice

from 2 lemons

Lemon zest

of 1 lemon

Garlic cloves

3, minced

Olive oil

2 tablespoons

Salt & pepper

to taste

For the Bonne Femme Vegetables

Baby potatoes

200g, halved

Button mushrooms

1 cup, sliced

Onion

1 medium, thinly sliced

Unsalted butter

2 tablespoons

White wine

1/4 cup

Salt & pepper

to taste

For the Lemon Butter Sauce

Lemon juice

1/4 cup (about 2 lemons)

Unsalted butter

1/2 cup, cubed

Salt

pinch

For Garnishing

Fresh parsley

chopped

Lemon wedges

Preparation

Marinating the Sea Bass

Combine marinade ingredients

In a shallow dish, combine lemon juice, zest, minced garlic, olive oil, salt, and pepper.

Marinate the fillets

Place sea bass fillets into the marinade, turning to coat evenly.

Refrigerate

Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes.

Preparing the Bonne Femme Vegetables

Melt butter

In a large pan, melt butter over medium heat.

Cook onions

Add onions and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Add potatoes and mushrooms

Stir in potatoes and mushrooms, add white wine, and season with salt and pepper.

Ensure the pan isn't overcrowded to allow the vegetables to cook evenly. Pro Tip: Use a mandoline slicer for evenly sliced vegetables.

Cooking Process

Sauté the Vegetables

Cook the vegetables on medium heat until potatoes are fork-tender and mushrooms are golden brown.

Cook the Sea Bass

In a separate pan, sear marinated sea bass fillets over medium-high heat, about 4 minutes per side, until opaque and flaky.

Prepare the Lemon Butter Sauce

Melt butter in a small saucepan over low heat, whisking in lemon juice until smooth.

Plating & Serving