Branzino al Forno

Ingredients

Branzino (Mediterranean sea bass)

2 whole, cleaned

Salt

to taste

Black pepper

to taste

Olive oil

1/4 cup

Garlic

4 cloves, minced

Fresh thyme

3-4 sprigs

Fresh parsley

1/4 cup, chopped (plus more for garnish)

Fresh lemon

1, sliced (plus juice for serving)

Parchment paper

for lining the baking sheet

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Rinse the branzino under cold water and gently pat dry with paper towels.
3. Make three diagonal cuts on each side of the fish to promote even cooking.
4. Generously season the fish inside and out with salt and black pepper.
5. Stuff the cavity of each fish with lemon slices, chopped parsley, thyme sprigs, and minced garlic to infuse flavor.
6. Drizzle olive oil over the fish, ensuring it is well-coated, and rub it evenly over the skin.
7. Place the fish on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
8. Roast in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
9. Once cooked, remove the fish from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes.
10. Serve the branzino al forno with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice and garnish with additional parsley if desired.