Jul 14 2026
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Sea Bass Recipe

Inspired by CVI.CHE 105
Time30m
Serves4

Pan-fried sea bass with aji amarillo sauce.

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Ingredients

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Sea Bass

Aji Amarillo Sauce

Method

Preparing the Sea Bass

  1. 1

    Season the Fish

    Pat the sea bass fillets dry with paper towels. Season both sides with salt and black pepper.

  2. 2

    Heat the Oil

    In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat until shimmering.

  3. 3

    Cook the Fish

    Add the seasoned sea bass fillets to the skillet, skin side down, and cook for about 4-5 minutes until the skin is crispy. Flip the fillets and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until the fish is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.

  4. 4

    Remove and Plate

    Once cooked, remove the fillets from the skillet and place them on a serving plate.

Making Aji Amarillo Sauce

  1. 5

    Combine Ingredients

    In a mixing bowl, combine the aji amarillo paste, sour cream, lime juice, minced garlic, and salt.

  2. 6

    Mix Well

    Stir the mixture until smooth and well combined. Adjust seasoning to taste.

  3. 7

    Add Cilantro

    Fold in the chopped cilantro gently.

  4. 8

    Serve

    Drizzle the aji amarillo sauce over the cooked sea bass fillets before serving.

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