Juicy and flaky Salt Crusted Branzino
This Salt Crusted Branzino is perfect for any day of the year because fish is always in season. This is why we think you're going to like it:
- the fish is flaky, tender, and melts in your mouth
- no need to season with salt additionally, as the salt crust seasons the fish perfectly
- quick and easy recipe for a busy weeknight or slow weekend
- this is a straightforward, beginner-friendly recipe
- kids and adults love it
- gluten-free and dairy-free
What to serve with Salt-Baked Branzino
This amazing Branzino recipe deserves a fantastic side dish. We always serve the sea bass with homemade gremolata sauce and one of these side dishes:
- Roasted Smashed Potatoes
- Swiss Chard with Peas and Spinach
- Baked potato wedges
- Baked Sweet Potato
- Polenta Feta Fries
Storing
Keep the Branzino in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days. Reheat in the oven or microwave.
How to make Salt Crusted Branzino at home (video)
Check this quick video to master making Salt Crusted Branzino at home. This recipe is made in collab with slovenia.si.
Next, try these fish recipes
- Oven-Baked Sea Bream with Potatoes
- Finnish Salmon Soup
- Fried Hake
- Baked rainbow trout with butter sauce
- Honey Mustard-Glazed Salmon Fillet
- Pan-Seared Cod in Butter Leek Sauce
- Easy Grilled Sardines
METHOD
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preparation
In a bowl, whisk together egg whites to get a foamy mixture. In a separate bowl, stir to combine the salts. Add in the egg whites and stir to combine using a spatula. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper. Arrange half of the sea salt mixture in the center of the baking sheet to create a salt bed for the fish. Place a rack in the middle of the oven and preheat it to 200 °C / 390 °F.
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fish
Clean the fish, remove the gills and the entrails, leaving the flakes on. Add the herbs to the cavity of the fish and place the fish on the salt bed. Arrange the rest of the salt over the fish and close the fish with the salt completely. Press to close, and check the edges to see if they're sealed well.
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roast
Place the baking dish with the fish in the oven and roast for 18 - 20 minutes at 200 °C / 390 °F. Once the fish roasts, remove it from the oven and set aside for 10 minutes to finish the cooking process. Remove the salt crust and serve the fish with Gremolata sauce.
