Lemon And Thyme Seared Black Bass

Serves: 4

Estell Schumm

1 January 1970

Based on User reviews:

48

Spice

44

Sweetness

54

Sourness

40

mins

Prep time (avg)

6

Difficulty

Ingredients:

1 tbsp

Kosher Salt

2 tbsps

Grapeseed Oil

2 sprigs

Thyme (fresh)

1 tbsp

Butter

Directions:

1

Season the fish with salt and pepper

2

In a large saute pan over medium-high heat, add the oil

3

Put the fish, skin side down, into the pan

4

Press firmly with a spatula to prevent the skin from curling

5

Sear for 3 to 4 minutes, then flip

6

Add the thyme sprigs, the butter and the lemon juice

7

Cook for an additional 4 minutes

8

Baste the fish for 30 seconds

9

Remove the fish from pan and arrange on a platter to serve

10

Cook's Note: Score the skin side of the fish, to prevent it from curling during the cooking