Description
Succulent Chilean sea bass with honey dijon glaze delivers elegant coastal flavors from Chile’s pristine waters. Rich marinade creates perfect balance between sweet and tangy notes for seafood enthusiasts seeking refined dining experiences.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 (6-8 oz/170-227 g) Chilean sea bass fillets
- 3/8 cup chopped shallots
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- ¼ cup chicken stock
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 ½ tsp minced garlic
- 3 tbsps unsalted butter
- 2 tbsps freshly chopped parsley
- 1 handful all-purpose flour (for dredging)
- Kosher salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preparation: Preheat oven to 425°F (218°C), positioning rack in central position for uniform heat distribution.
- Seasoning: Thoroughly coat sea bass fillets with kosher salt and black pepper, ensuring comprehensive flavor penetration.
- Coating: Delicately dust fillets with all-purpose flour, removing excess to maintain a light, crisp exterior.
- Searing: Melt unsalted butter in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat, creating a golden searing surface for the fish.
- Initial Cooking: Carefully place floured fillets into heated skillet, developing a rich golden-brown crust by cooking 2 minutes per side.
- Oven Finishing: Transfer skillet directly into preheated oven, baking 12-15 minutes until fish is perfectly cooked through and flakes easily.
- Glaze Creation: In a separate pan, sauté shallots and garlic in remaining butter until translucent, then incorporate chicken stock, Dijon mustard, honey, and soy sauce.
- Sauce Refinement: Simmer sauce, reducing liquid by half to intensify flavors and achieve a luxurious, slightly thickened consistency.
- Final Touches: Remove sauce from heat, incorporate fresh chopped parsley, and adjust seasoning as desired.
- Plating: Elegantly present baked sea bass, generously drizzling honey Dijon sauce over the top to create a sophisticated, flavor-rich dish.
Notes
- Flour Coating Technique: Gently tap off excess flour to prevent a heavy, doughy exterior and ensure a delicate, crispy golden crust.
- Butter Browning Tip: Watch for a golden, foamy butter stage to develop maximum flavor and prevent burning during searing.
- Oven Baking Precision: Use an instant-read thermometer to check sea bass internal temperature, aiming for 145°F for perfect doneness and flaky texture.
- Sauce Reduction Secrets: Consistently stir and monitor sauce while simmering to prevent burning and achieve a smooth, glossy consistency that complements the delicate fish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg