Description
Make your kitchen feel like an authentic Greek taverna with this lavraki recipe that brings Mediterranean flavors home. This greek fried fish recipe combines simplicity and rich flavors to create an elegant yet accessible dish.
This classic greek style fish preparation showcases Mediterranean sea bass (lavraki) that gets a simple seasoning of olive oil, salt, and pepper. The perfectly cooked fish is lifted with a traditional ladolemono dressing that brings a bright, lemony finish to the dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds Mediterranean sea bass (lavraki), cleaned
- 1/4 cup olive oil to cook
- Salt and freshly cracked pepper to taste
Ladolemono Dressing:
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 2 grated garlic cloves
- 1 teaspoon mustard (optional)
Instructions
- Take your fish and pat it dry really well. Cut diagonal slits across both sides.
- Add salt and pepper generously. Drizzle olive oil inside and outside the fish.
- Place your pan over medium-high heat.
- Let the fish cook 4-6 minutes per side until it turns golden brown.
- Mix all dressing ingredients together in a bowl while the fish cooks.
- Add the ladolemono dressing on top and serve right away.
Notes
Patting the fish dry is vital to achieve crispy skin
Lemon slices inside the fish can make it taste bitter
The fish needs a 2-3 minute rest before serving
Lemony roasted potatoes create a unique experience when served together
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Fried