Lemon and Thyme Seared Black Bass

Name: Lemon and Thyme Seared Black Bass
Prep time: P0Y0M0DT0H5M0.000S
Cook time: P0Y0M0DT0H8M0.000S
Total time: P0Y0M0DT0H13M0.000S
Yield: 2 servings
Ingredients: 2 (6-ounce) portions black bass, skin-on; 1 tablespoon kosher salt; 1 tablespoon freshly cracked black pepper; 2 tablespoons grapeseed oil; 2 sprigs fresh thyme; 1 tablespoon butter; 1 lemon, juiced

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Level: Easy
Total: 13 min

Prep: 5 min
Cook: 8 min

Yield: 2 servings

Level: Easy
Total: 13 min

Prep: 5 min
Cook: 8 min

Yield: 2 servings

Ingredients

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2 (6-ounce) portions black bass, skin-on

1 tablespoon kosher salt

1 tablespoon freshly cracked black pepper

2 tablespoons grapeseed oil

2 sprigs fresh thyme

1 tablespoon butter

1 lemon, juiced

Directions

Season the fish with salt and pepper.
In a large saute pan over medium-high heat, add the oil. Put the fish, skin side down, into the pan.
Press firmly with a spatula to prevent the skin from curling. Sear for 3 to 4 minutes, then flip. Add the thyme sprigs, the butter and the lemon juice. Cook for an additional 4 minutes. Baste the fish for 30 seconds. Remove the fish from pan and arrange on a platter to serve.
Cook's Note: Score the skin side of the fish, to prevent it from curling during the cooking.