The Bass are in! We have been enjoying catching some Bass these past few trips and we have also enjoyed eating the Bass! We would like to share a Bass recipe that is easy to prepare and tastes fantastic! Give it a try and let us know what you think.
Sauted Bass Fillets With Sliced Garlic and Butter Sauce
4 fish fillets, skin removed
- salt
- pepper
- 1/2 cup flour
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons white wine
- 6 tablespoons butter
- 4 -6 garlic cloves, sliced thin
- 2 tablespoons italian seasoning (or use fresh herbs)
- 1/2 lemon, juice of (slice the other half of the lemon for garnish)
Directions:
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Season the fillets with salt and pepper. Heat a saute pan on top of the grill, firepit, or stove over med high heat.
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When the pan is hot add the olive oil and heat. Dredge the bass fillets in the flour and shake off any excess.
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Place the fillets in the pan and pan fry about 3 minutes per side, until golden brown. Remove the fish from the pan. Reduce to a medium/med-low heat (move away from coals if cooking outdoors). De-glaze the pan with the wine and then add the butter.
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When the butter is melted, add the sliced garlic. Fry for about a minute just until the garlic begins to turn light golden brown.
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Add the herbs and remove from the heat. Carefully, add the lemon juice. Season with salt and pepper. To serve, place a fillet on a plate and spoon some of the lemon garlic herb butter over the fish. Garnish with lemon slices.