Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsCharley G'sPan Seared Sea Bass Recipe

Pan Seared Sea Bass Recipe

Inspired by Charley G's
Time1h
Serves4

Corn & Tasso Macque Choux, Creole Mustard Vinaigrette, Crispy Okra

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Ingredients

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For the Pan Seared Sea Bass

For the Corn & Tasso Macque Choux

For the Creole Mustard Vinaigrette

For the Crispy Okra

Method

Cooking the Sea Bass

  1. 1

    Step 1

    Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

  2. 2

    Step 2

    Season the sea bass fillets with salt and black pepper on both sides.

  3. 3

    Step 3

    Place the seasoned sea bass fillets in the hot skillet, skin side down, and cook for 4-5 minutes.

  4. 4

    Step 4

    Carefully flip the fillets and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes or until cooked through.

  5. 5

    Step 5

    Remove the sea bass from the skillet and set aside.

Preparing the Corn & Tasso Macque Choux

  1. 6

    Step 1

    In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.

  2. 7

    Step 2

    Add the diced Tasso ham and sauté for 2-3 minutes until slightly crispy.

  3. 8

    Step 3

    Add the red bell pepper, corn kernels, and green onions; cook for another 5 minutes.

  4. 9

    Step 4

    Pour in the heavy cream and season with salt and black pepper, cooking until thickened, about 3-4 minutes.

  5. 10

    Step 5

    Remove from heat and keep warm until serving.

Making the Creole Mustard Vinaigrette

  1. 11

    Step 1

    In a small bowl, whisk together the Creole mustard, red wine vinegar, olive oil, and honey.

  2. 12

    Step 2

    Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

  3. 13

    Step 3

    Set aside until ready to serve.

Frying the Crispy Okra

  1. 14

    Step 1

    In a bowl, combine cornmeal, flour, salt, and black pepper.

  2. 15

    Step 2

    Dredge the sliced okra in the cornmeal mixture, ensuring they are well coated.

  3. 16

    Step 3

    In a deep skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat.

  4. 17

    Step 4

    Fry the okra in batches until golden brown and crispy, about 3-4 minutes per batch.

  5. 18

    Step 5

    Remove the okra and drain on paper towels. Season with salt while hot.

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