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Seabass fillet topped with lemon served with potatoes and salad greens

Sea Bass with Thyme, Garlic and Lemon

Whole sea bass cooked with potatoes, cauliflower and enhanced with aromas of thyme, lemon and garlic makes a delicious family dinner in just half an hour.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Servings 4 people

Equipment

  • Large non-stick skillet or casserole

Ingredients
  

  • 2 whole medium sea basses, scaled and cleaned
  • 4 medium potatoes, peeled and sliced
  • 2 cups cauliflower florets
  • 6-8 sprigs of fresh thyme
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 6-8 garlic cloves, smashed
  • 1 lemon, sliced
  • 1 tbsp butter
  • salt & pepper
  • olive oil

Instructions
 

  • Heat the butter with 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet and fry the potatoes for 5-7 minutes.
  • Add the cauliflower florets, mix together with the potatoes and tuck in the garlic cloves. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Prepare the fish: rub with salt and pepper, season with dried thyme and place two lemon slices inside each fish. Brush with a little olive oil.
  • Place the fish over the vegetables. Arrange thyme sprigs and lemon slices around and add a splash of olive oil.
  • Cover and cook over low heat for 15-18 minutes or until the potatoes are done.
  • To serve, remove the skin and slice the fillets off the bones using a spatula.

Notes

  • This is a wholesome dish that makes a satisfying dinner. You can add also some fresh greens tossed with a little oil mixed with 1 tbsp of za'atar seasoning to further accentuate the earthy flavors.