Pan-fried sea bream fillets and potatoes

Name: Pan-fried sea bream fillets and potatoes
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 50 min
Yield: 2
Ingredients: Sea bream 1; Potatoes 1 lb; Extra virgin olive oil to taste; Fine salt to taste; Black pepper to taste; Garlic 1 clove; Rosemary 1 sprig; Thyme 1 sprig

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Gluten Free
Lactose Free

Difficulty: Average
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 30 min
Serving: 2
Cost: Average

PRESENTATION

Golden, crackling skin and tender white flesh—pan-fried sea bream fillets deliver both family satisfaction and style at the table. With their simple, rustic style, these sea bream fillets bring bold Mediterranean flavors right into a busy kitchen...cooked potatoes on the side keep things heartwarming, and the look is always inviting. That crispy outside sets off a mild, gently flaky inside for a nice contrast everyone likes. Families often find their favorite part is the zesty hit from a bright lemon caper sauce—every forkful really surprises with bursts of flavor. For regular home cooks looking for cozy plates that taste like a weekend treat yet work anytime, this combo pretty much checks every box for a good family meal. Kids go for the crispy potatoes while grownups enjoy the way the different textures and zippy sauce all come together—it's a really GOOD weeknight idea that works around everyone's schedule.

Busy families appreciate reliable quick dinner recipes like this, since weeknights get packed with activities and last-minute changes to plans. Versatility is a big reason these sea bream fillets are favorites—they partner well with everything from simple steamed greens to a crisp salad or even just fresh bread for soaking up extra sauce. You’ll see the crispy skin gives these crispy fish fillets a restaurant-style feel at home, and honestly...people love that easy but elegant touch (plus less fuss for the cook). Having white fish fillets in the fridge means home cooks can mix and match, swap out the sides, or keep things classic—everything still tastes great. Since the simple flavors don’t overpower, this dish fits every season, every table, and every craving (bonus if you need new easy recipe ideas that everyone will eat). Families mention it often: good taste, pretty presentation, gets eaten fast—what else could you want for dinner?

How to prepare Pan-fried sea bream fillets and potatoes

To prepare pan-fried sea bream fillets and potatoes, start by thoroughly washing the potatoes 1; cut them into roughly 0.2 inch slices, without peeling 2. Place them in a bowl and season with salt 3, black pepper and oil.

Add the peeled garlic clove too, along with the thyme and rosemary sprigs 4. Place the potatoes in a large pan and cook on a medium to low flame for around 30 minutes. Try not to turn them over to avoid breaking them up: sauté them only. Clean the sea bream in the meantime. Gut and descale the fish using the special tool 6, or a knife, using the blunt side.

Place the sea bream on a cutting board 7 and cut the first fillet using a knife 8. Turn the fish over and cut the other fillet out. Trim both fillets to remove the part under the belly 9.

Use special tweezers to remove any spines too 10. Once the potatoes are soft and have browned 11, place them in a container and leave them to one side 12.

Place a drizzle of oil in the same pan you used to cook the potatoes and place the sea bream fillets in the middle 13. Cook for around 10 minutes on a low flame and gently turn the fillets over half way into the cooking time 14. Add salt and pepper to taste 15.

Add the potatoes 16 when the fillets are done 17. Heat them up 18 and serve your pan-fried sea bream and potatoes!

Storage

Sea bream fillets are best enjoyed freshly prepared, although they can be stored in the refrigerator for one day.

Tips

If you don't feel confident about filleting the fish then simply buy the fillets. You can also use frozen fillets, just defrost them before cooking.

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Pan-fried sea bream fillets and potatoes

PRESENTATION

How to prepare Pan-fried sea bream fillets and potatoes

Storage

Tips

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