Bronzini Fillets

This fish fillet was purchased at a premier fish market, in a state of exemplary freshness, and vacuum-sealed and frozen the same day. This is the best fresh-frozen product I’ve seen in the marketplace. Let me know what you think as you work with these Bronzini fillets.

First, thaw them. You can do this slowly in the refrigerator overnight or quickly by floating the package in a bowl of “room temperature” water. Never use warm or hot water. This quick method should thaw the fish in 25-30 minutes. With the tip of a knife, cut around the periphery of the fish and remove the fillet. Next, dry the thawed fillet between two sheets of paper towel.

The fish is now ready to cook. Season with salt and pepper. Then, in a hot non-stick pan with a bit of avocado oil (my preference), sear skin-side down for about 2 minutes, then flip and brown the other side. Turn off the heat and let the fish finish cooking in the hot pan. Total time in the pan. No more than 4 minutes. Then serve.