Capers, those tiny bursts of saltiness, offer a surprising and delightful contrast to the fish. They bring an earthy complexity that draws out the natural flavors of the branzino. And then ...
Preheat a grill to medium-high and make sure the grate is clean. Rub fish all over with 2 tablespoons olive oil, minced preserved lemon rind and fennel seeds. Season fish cavity and exterior with ...
Season the fish cavities with salt and pepper. Stuff each cavity with a thyme sprig, a bay leaf and 2 lemon slices. Rub the outside of the branzino with the olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
Season branzino with salt and pepper ... To serve, divide leek-potato mixture and fillets among four plates and top fish with a scattering of herb salad.
ask your fish monger or seek out two varieties that are particularly flavorful: black sea bass from the American side of the Atlantic and branzino, a European sea bass. Sea bass have a flaky white ...