Baked Sea Bream in Parchment Paper

local_grocery_store Ingredients

• 200g each 2 sea bream fillets, skin-on
• 1 lemon, sliced
• 2 sprigs of fresh rosemary, whole
• 2 sprigs of fresh thyme, whole
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons of olive oil, divided
• to taste Salt and pepper

restaurant_menu Method

1. 1.Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. 2.Cut two large pieces of parchment paper, big enough to wrap each sea bream fillet.
3. 3.Place a sea bream fillet on each piece of parchment paper.
4. 4.Season the sea bream fillets with salt, pepper, and minced garlic.
5. 5.Drizzle 1 tablespoon of olive oil over each fillet.
6. 6.Top each fillet with a few slices of lemon, fresh rosemary, and fresh thyme.
7. 7.Fold the parchment paper over the sea bream fillets and crimp the edges to seal the packets.
8. 8.Place the parchment packets on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the fish is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
9. 9.Carefully open the parchment packets and transfer the sea bream fillets to serving plates.
10. 10.Serve hot with your choice of side dishes and enjoy!

lightbulb_outline Tips

• chevron_rightYou can customize the seasoning by adding your favorite herbs and spices to the fish.
• chevron_rightIf you don't have parchment paper, you can use aluminum foil instead.
• chevron_rightMake sure to seal the parchment packets tightly to trap the steam and flavors.
• chevron_rightServe the sea bream with a squeeze of lemon juice for an extra burst of freshness.
• chevron_rightFeel free to add some vegetables to the parchment packets for a complete one-packet meal.