Mediterranean Herb and Lemon Baked Branzino
Mediterranean Herb and Lemon Baked Branzino is a light and flavorful dish featuring fresh Branzino fish baked with lemon, garlic, and aromatic Mediterranean herbs. Infused with rosemary, thyme, and oregano, this simple yet elegant recipe is perfect for a special dinner or a weeknight meal. The dry white wine ensures the fish remains moist and tender, creating a delicious and juicy meal that everyone will love.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
4 fillets Branzino (6 ounces each)
2 tbsp olive oil
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 lemon, thinly sliced
2 sprigs fresh rosemary
4 sprigs fresh thyme
1 sprig fresh oregano
Salt, to taste
Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
1/4 cup dry white wine
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
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Place the Branzino fillets on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
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Drizzle the olive oil over the fillets and rub it in evenly.
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Sprinkle minced garlic, salt, and pepper over the fish.
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Lay lemon slices on top of the fillets and tuck the rosemary, thyme, and oregano sprigs around the fish.
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Pour dry white wine around the fillets (but not directly on top of them).
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Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the fish flakes easily with a fork and is opaque.
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Let the fish rest for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
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For a crispy topping, mix breadcrumbs with herbs, lemon zest, and olive oil, then spread over the fillets before baking.
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If you want a dramatic presentation, wrap the fish in parchment paper (en papillote) with herbs and lemon.
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To add even more flavor, try stuffing a whole Branzino with garlic, lemon slices, and herbs.
