Jul 13 2026

Branzino Recipe

Time40m
Serves2

Mediterranean sea bass, capers, lemon, toasted pine nuts.

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Method

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Branzino

    Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Clean the branzino by removing the scales and gutting it, if not already done. Pat dry with paper towels.

  2. 2

    Season the Fish

    Drizzle olive oil inside and outside of the branzino. Season generously with salt and black pepper. Stuff the cavity with sliced garlic and half of the lemon, cut into wedges.

  3. 3

    Add Capers and Pine Nuts

    Place the branzino on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Scatter capers and toasted pine nuts over the fish.

  4. 4

    Bake the Fish

    Bake in the preheated oven for about 20-25 minutes, or until the fish is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.

  5. 5

    Serve

    Once done, remove from the oven and squeeze the remaining lemon juice over the fish. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

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