Crispy Dorade with Charred Lemon & Herbs
Whole dorade seasoned and seared until golden, finished with hot herbed oil and charred lemon. Mediterranean simplicity that looks restaurant-quality on a plate.
- Total time
- 25 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 485
- Protein
- 52g
Ingredients
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Step 1
Pat the dorade dry inside and out with paper towels. Stuff each cavity with a lemon slice and a few herb sprigs.
Step 2
Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high until it shimmers, about 90 seconds.
Step 3
Season the fish generously with salt and pepper on both sides. Sear skin-side down 4–5 minutes without moving.
Step 4
Flip and cook 3 minutes more until flesh flakes easily at the thickest point near the head.
Step 5
Slice the remaining lemon in half and char it cut-side down in the skillet alongside the fish, 90 seconds.
Step 6
In a small bowl, warm the remaining 4 tbsp olive oil with sliced garlic, red pepper flakes, and herbs until fragrant, 60 seconds over low heat.
Step 7
Transfer the fish to a plate, pour the warm herbed oil over top, and serve immediately with charred lemon.
Tools you’ll need
- 12-inch stainless steel or non-stick skillet
- paper towels
- small saucepan or heat-safe bowl
- fish spatula or offset spatula
- dinner plates
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