The Serranidae family includes 475 species of fish—and any number are sold under the name sea bass. For cooking purposes, sea bass can be used interchangeably in recipes, but when in doubt, ask your fish monger or seek out two varieties that are particularly flavorful: black sea bass from the American side of the Atlantic and branzino, a European sea bass. Sea bass have a flaky white flesh and a mild flavor that make them excellent in most preparations—cookbook author Sophie Dahl calls sea bass a "good date dinner" because it's elegant yet easy. Wondering how to use this popular family of fish? Look to the F&W guide to sea bass, which includes healthy Mediterranean-inspired recipes, restaurant-worthy dishes to make at home and more.
Sea Bass with Sicilian Cherry Tomato Sauce
Sea Bass with Sicilian Cherry Tomato Sauce
45 mins
Roasted Soy-Citrus Sea Bass
Roasted Soy-Citrus Chilean Sea Bass
1 hrs 5 mins
Steamed Fish with Fortified Soy Sauce
Steamed Fish with Soy Broth
45 mins
Grilled Sea Bass with Marinated Eggplant
Grilled Sea Bass with Marinated Eggplant
3 hrs
Sautéed Bass with Lemongrass
Sautéed Bass with Lemongrass
1 hrs 30 mins
Crispy-Skinned Bass with Braised Lettuce and Green Goddess Dressing Recipe
Crispy-Skinned Bass with Braised Lettuce and Green Goddess Dressing
1 hrs 20 mins
Sea Bass Crudo
Sea Bass Crudo with Mango and Cilantro
30 mins
Steamed Fish with Spicy Broth and Cucumber
Steamed Fish with Spicy Broth and Cucumber
30 mins