Pan-Seared Bass with Brown Butter

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Pan-Seared Bass with Brown Butter is a classic French-inspired dish featuring tender, flaky bass fillets cooked to a golden crisp and finished with a rich, nutty brown butter sauce. It typically includes sea bass (or similar white fish), butter, lemon, and fresh herbs like parsley or thyme. This elegant preparation is popular in European and modern American cuisine.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

The dish is high in protein and healthy fats, with minimal carbohydrates. It provides omega-3 fatty acids, vitamin D, and selenium, and a typical serving ranges from 300 to 450 calories depending on portion size and butter usage.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	380 kcal
Protein	34 g
Carbs	1 g
Fat	26 g
Fiber	0 g
Sugar	0 g
Sodium	180 mg
Vitamin D	200 IU
Vitamin B12	4.5 mcg
Selenium	40 mcg
Phosphorus	350 mg
Omega-3 Fatty Acids	1.5 g
Niacin (B3)	5 mg
Potassium	450 mg
Magnesium	45 mg

Per 1 fillet (170 g) with sauce · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

The technique of browning butter, known as 'beurre noisette' in French, creates a deep, toasty flavor that perfectly complements the mild fish. Nutritionally, the combination of high-quality protein and beneficial fats makes it a satisfying, nutrient-dense meal often associated with Mediterranean dietary patterns.