Portoroz Sea Bass with Lemon Butter (Portoroški Brancin z Limoninim Maslom)

Portoroški Brancin z Limoninim Maslom, or Portoroz Sea Bass with Lemon Butter, is a classic Slovenian dish that showcases the fresh flavors of the Adriatic Sea. This simple yet elegant recipe is perfect for a special dinner or entertaining guests.

Portoroz Sea Bass with Lemon Butter (Portoroški Brancin z Limoninim Maslom)

Ingredients

  • 4 sea bass fillets
  • 2 lemons, juiced and zested
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. In a small saucepan, melt the butter over low heat.
  2. Add the lemon juice and zest to the melted butter, and stir to combine. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  3. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season the sea bass fillets with salt and pepper.
  4. Place the fillets in the skillet and cook for 4-5 minutes on each side, or until the fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
  5. Drizzle the lemon butter sauce over the cooked sea bass fillets before serving.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
15 minutes
Cooking time:
20 minutes
Total time:
35 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
300 per serving
Protein
25g
Carbohydrates
2g
Fat
20g

Supplies

Small saucepan Large skillet

Tools

Cooking spoon Tongs

Serving suggestions

Serve the Portoroški Brancin z Limoninim Maslom with a side of steamed vegetables and a glass of crisp white wine for a complete meal.

Tips & tricks

For the best flavor, use fresh sea bass fillets and high-quality lemons for the lemon butter sauce.

Cost

$20