Ingredients:

  • 4 (6 oz / 170g) sea bass fillets, skin-on
  • 2 tbsp (30ml) avocado oil
  • 1 tsp (6g) kosher salt
  • 1/2 tsp (3g) cracked black pepper
  • 1 tsp (2g) smoked paprika
  • 4 tbsp (57g) unsalted butter, chilled and cubed
  • 3 tbsp (45ml) fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp (6g) lemon zest
  • 3 cloves (9g) garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp (8g) fresh parsley, finely chopped
  • 1/4 tsp (1.5g) salt

Instructions:

  1. Pat the sea bass fillets bone-dry with paper towels to remove surface moisture.
  2. In a small bowl, combine salt, pepper, and smoked paprika. Rub avocado oil over the fillets, then apply the seasoning mix evenly on both sides.
  3. Allow fillets to sit at room temperature for 10 minutes for an even cook.
  4. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat and lightly oil the grates.
  5. Place fillets skin-side down, pressing gently for 30 seconds. Grill for 4–6 minutes without moving until the skin releases naturally and is browned.
  6. Flip and grill for another 3–5 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 135°F (57°C) and the flesh is opaque.
  7. While the fish rests, sauté minced garlic in a small saucepan over low heat with a teaspoon of oil for 1 minute.
  8. Stir in lemon juice and zest, increasing heat to medium. Once simmering, lower heat and whisk in chilled butter one cube at a time until velvety.
  9. Stir in fresh parsley and salt just before serving.