The sea bass associated with Audrey’s romance and marriage to Andrea Dotti suggests a more adventurous side of her table. This citrus-and-herb preparation is an original Mediterranean interpretation. The road map and sunglasses in the photograph recall the journeys and changing seasons of Two for the Road.

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 20 minutes
• Total Time: 35 minutes
• Servings: 4
• Difficulty: Easy
• Cost: Premium
• Region/Ethnic Origin: Mediterranean

Ingredients

• 4 sea bass fillets, about 6 ounces each
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 lemon, thinly sliced
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon sweet paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill
• 2 tablespoons chopped parsley

Instructions

1. Heat oven to 400°F. Pat fish dry and place in a lightly oiled baking dish.
2. Mix olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper; brush over fish.
3. Arrange lemon slices over and around fillets.
4. Bake 12 to 18 minutes, depending on thickness, until the thickest part reaches 145°F.
5. Finish with dill and parsley and serve immediately.

Serving Suggestions

Serve with Saffron Rice Pilaf with Red Pepper and Toasted Almonds, roasted seasonal vegetables, and a cucumber salad.

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