Lucia Ercolano

Lucia Ercolano

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Ingredients:

  • Whole sea bass:1.5 kg
  • Coarse sea salt:2 kg
  • Egg whites:3
  • Fresh herbs:50 g
  • Lemon:1
Directions
  1. Clean fish, stuff with herbs and lemon.
  2. Mix salt with egg whites.
  3. Cover fish completely with salt mixture.
  4. Bake at 200°C for 30-40 minutes.
  5. Break salt crust and serve immediately.
History

Ancient Mediterranean technique that preserves moisture and creates incredibly flavorful fish.

Ingredients:

  • Whole sea bass:1.5 kg
  • Coarse sea salt:2 kg
  • Egg whites:3
  • Fresh herbs:50 g
  • Lemon:1