Crisped Mediterranean Dorade Recipe

A light and flavorful Mediterranean-style fish recipe featuring dorade (sea bream) with golden crispy skin, tender meat, and fresh herbs. Easy to prepare and rich in protein and omega-3s.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 12

Total Time 24

Servings: 4 People

Course: Dinner, Main Course

Cuisine: European, Mediterranean

Calories: 280

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

2 whole dorade (cleaned, scaled, gutted)
3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 lemon, sliced
Fresh parsley, thyme, or rosemary
Sea salt, to taste
Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Equipment

1 cast-iron or heavy skillet
Paper towels
Cooking tongs

Method

Pat the dorade dry with paper towels.
Rub the fish with olive oil, garlic, salt, and pepper inside and out.
Stuff the cavity with lemon slices and herbs.
Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high. Place fish skin-side down; cook 5–6 minutes until golden.
Flip carefully and cook another 4–5 minutes.
Rest for 2 minutes, then serve with lemon juice and sides.

Notes

Nutrition (per serving, approx.)

Calories: 280 kcal
Protein: 32 g
Omega-3: 800 mg
Vitamin D: 20% DV
Vitamin B12: 25% DV