Jul 14 2026
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Pan-seared Branzino Recipe

Inspired by La Fia Bistro
Time1h 15m
Serves2

pickled daikon and cucumber, thai herb salad, grilled chile vinaigrette, coconut-white vinaigrette

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Ingredients

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For the Pan-Seared Branzino

For the Pickled Daikon and Cucumber

For the Grilled Chile Vinaigrette

For the Coconut-White Vinaigrette

Method

For the Pan-Seared Branzino

  1. 1

    Prepare the Branzino

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

  2. 2

    Cook the Branzino

    In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Once the oil is hot, add the branzino fillets skin-side down. Cook for about 4-5 minutes until the skin is crispy. Flip and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until cooked through. Remove from heat and set aside.

For the Pickled Daikon and Cucumber

  1. 3

    Make the Pickling Solution

    In a bowl, combine rice vinegar, sugar, and salt. Stir until the sugar and salt are dissolved.

  2. 4

    Pickle the Vegetables

    Add the sliced daikon and cucumber to the pickling solution. Let sit for at least 30 minutes, or refrigerate for up to 2 hours for more flavor.

For the Thai Herb Salad

  1. 5

    Prepare the Salad

    In a large bowl, combine the chopped cilantro, mint, and basil. Drizzle with lime juice and fish sauce. Toss gently to combine.

For the Grilled Chile Vinaigrette

  1. 6

    Make the Vinaigrette

    In a bowl, whisk together the chopped grilled chile, olive oil, lime juice, honey, and salt to taste until well combined.

For the Coconut-White Vinaigrette

  1. 7

    Prepare the Vinaigrette

    In a bowl, whisk together coconut milk, white wine vinegar, olive oil, and salt to taste until smooth.

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