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Pan-Seared Sea Bass with Herb Butter and Garlic Mashed Potatoes
Created by: Howcan Team
Ingredients
- 4 sea bass fillets (6 oz each)
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh herbs (such as parsley, thyme, and chives)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 lbs Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and quartered
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a small bowl, mix together 1/4 cup of softened butter, 2 tablespoons of chopped fresh herbs, 2 cloves of minced garlic, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Set aside.
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the quartered potatoes and cook until tender, about 15 minutes. Drain the potatoes and return them to the pot.
- In a small saucepan, heat 1/2 cup of heavy cream, 1/4 cup of butter, and 4 cloves of minced garlic over low heat until the butter is melted and the mixture is hot. Pour the hot cream mixture over the cooked potatoes.
- Mash the potatoes with a potato masher until smooth and creamy. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Keep warm.
- Pat the sea bass fillets dry with paper towels and season both sides with salt and pepper.
- In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the sea bass fillets, skin side down, and cook for 4-5 minutes until the skin is crispy and golden brown.
- Carefully flip the fillets and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, or until the fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
- Remove the skillet from the heat and top each sea bass fillet with a generous dollop of the herb butter.
- Serve the pan-seared sea bass alongside the creamy garlic mashed potatoes. Enjoy!
The history of Pan-Seared Sea Bass with Herb Butter and garlic mashed potatoes dates back to the Mediterranean region, where sea bass is a prized catch. Renowned chefs like Gordon Ramsay and Jamie Oliver have popularized this dish, infusing it with their signature flair. The delicate, flaky sea bass is pan-seared to perfection, then topped with a luscious herb butter that enhances its natural flavors. The creamy garlic mashed potatoes provide a comforting and flavorful contrast to the crispy fish. Today, this dish can be savored in top seafood restaurants across coastal regions, with the best versions often found in Mediterranean-inspired eateries. The key to this dish lies in sourcing fresh, high-quality sea bass and using a medley of aromatic herbs for the butter. For a twist, some chefs also incorporate a citrus-infused butter or serve the sea bass with a side of sautéed greens.
35 min
4
380 calories
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