Difficulty: Medium | Serves: 2-4
Experience the magic of Salt-Crusted Whole Fish, an ancient yet unusual cooking technique that locks in moisture and enhances flavor. 🐟✨ This method creates a beautifully tender and perfectly seasoned fish without making it overly salty. A must-try for seafood lovers!
Ingredients For Salt-Crusted Whole Fish
☑1 whole fish (such as sea bass, snapper, or branzino), cleaned and scaled
☑4 cups coarse sea salt
☑3 egg whites
☑1 tablespoon🥄 water
☑2 sprigs fresh rosemary or thyme
☑1 lemon, sliced
☑2 garlic cloves, sliced
☑Olive oil, for serving
👨🍳Cooking Steps For Salt-Crusted Whole Fish
- 🥧Prepare the Fish
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
Stuff the cavity of the fish with fresh rosemary, lemon slices, and garlic. - 🥧Make the Salt Crust
In a bowl, mix sea salt with egg whites and water until it forms a slightly damp, sand-like consistency. - 🥧Coat the Fish
Spread a layer of the salt mixture on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
Place the fish on top, then cover it completely with the remaining salt mixture, gently pressing it to seal. - 🥧Bake the Fish
Bake for 25-30 minutes until the salt crust hardens and the fish is cooked through. - 🥧Crack and Serve
Let the fish rest for 5 minutes, then gently crack the salt crust with the back of a spoon. Peel away the crust, remove the skin, and serve the moist, flaky fish with a drizzle of olive oil and a squeeze of lemon.A perfectly cooked, restaurant-quality dish at home! 🌟 Salt-Crusted Whole Fish is an easy yet impressive way to elevate your seafood experience.”
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