Peanut & Fresh Herbs Sea Bass Recipe
Marinated in house-made fish sauce, pan-fried and topped with aromatic Southeast Asian herbs and crushed peanuts.
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Ingredients
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Sea Bass & Marinade
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Marinate the Sea Bass
In a bowl, combine fish sauce, lime juice, minced garlic, grated ginger, sugar, and black pepper. Add the sea bass fillets, ensuring they are well-coated in the marinade. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- 2
Prepare the Pan
Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- 3
Cook the Sea Bass
Remove the sea bass from the marinade, allowing excess marinade to drip off. Place the fillets in the hot skillet and cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
- 4
Prepare Toppings
While the fish cooks, chop fresh herbs such as cilantro, basil, and mint. Crush roasted peanuts.
- 5
Serve
Once cooked, transfer the sea bass to a serving plate and top with the fresh herbs and crushed peanuts. Serve immediately.
