Pesce al Sale

Pesce al Sale is a traditional Italian dish where fish is baked in a salt crust, resulting in a tender and flavorful meal. This healthy preparation method retains the fish's moisture and enhances its natural flavors.

Ingredients

• Whole sea bass - 500 grams
• Coarse sea salt - 1 kg
• Egg whites - 2 large
• Fresh rosemary - 2 sprigs
• Lemon - 1, sliced
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 220°C (428°F).
2. Rinse the sea bass under cold water and pat dry with paper towels.
3. In a mixing bowl, combine the coarse sea salt with the egg whites until well mixed.
4. On a baking tray lined with parchment paper, spread half of the salt mixture to form a bed for the fish.
5. Place the sea bass on top of the salt bed and stuff the cavity with lemon slices and rosemary sprigs.
6. Cover the fish completely with the remaining salt mixture, pressing it down to create a tight seal.
7. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, until the fish is cooked through.
8. Remove from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before cracking the salt crust carefully.
9. Serve the fish drizzled with olive oil and seasoned with black pepper.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 40 g
• Carbs: 0 g
• Fiber: 0 g
• Sugar: 0 g
• Sodium: 14500 mg
• Cholesterol: 80 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 8.5 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• High in omega-3 fatty acids, promoting heart health.
• Rich in protein, aiding muscle repair and growth.

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