Mediterranean Salt-Crusted Fish with Fennel and Orange
80% autentično · Mediterranean Fusion
A flavorful twist on the classic, this version incorporates aromatic fennel and bright orange slices inside the fish before baking in the salt crust. This infuses the fish with subtle sweet and anise notes, creating a more complex flavor profile.
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Sastojci
- Whole sea bass2 kg
- Coarse sea salt3 kg
- Egg whites4
- Fennel bulb, thinly sliced1
- Orange, thinly sliced1
- Fresh dill sprigs4
- Olive oil2 tbsp
- Saltto taste
- Black pepperto taste
- Wateras needed
Koraci
- 1
Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F).
- 2
Clean the fish, remove scales and guts, but leave the head and tail on. Pat dry.
- 3
Stuff the cavity of each fish with fennel slices, orange slices, and dill sprigs.
- 4
In a large bowl, mix the coarse sea salt with egg whites until it resembles wet sand. Add a little water if needed.
- 5
Spread a thick layer of the salt mixture on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- 6
Place the prepared fish on top of the salt layer.
- 7
Cover the fish completely with the remaining salt mixture, pressing firmly to create a solid crust.
- 8
Bake for 35-45 minutes, depending on the size of the fish.
- 9
Remove from oven and let it rest for 5-10 minutes.
- 10
Carefully crack the salt crust and remove it in large pieces.
- 11
Gently lift the fish out of the remaining salt. Discard the skin and salt. Serve immediately, drizzled with olive oil and seasoned with salt and pepper if desired.
