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:
- Pat the sea bass fillets bone-dry with paper towels to remove surface moisture.
- 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.
- Allow fillets to sit at room temperature for 10 minutes for an even cook.
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat and lightly oil the grates.
- 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.
- Flip and grill for another 3–5 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 135°F (57°C) and the flesh is opaque.
- While the fish rests, sauté minced garlic in a small saucepan over low heat with a teaspoon of oil for 1 minute.
- 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.
- Stir in fresh parsley and salt just before serving.