Ingredients

  • 3/4 lb chilean sea bass fillet
  • salt & fresh ground pepper, to taste
  • 3 tablespoons tarragon, chopped
  • 3 tablespoons dill
  • 3 tablespoons flat leaf parsley
  • 1 sprig fresh tarragon, for garnish
  • 1 sprig fresh dill (to garnish)
  • 1 sprig flat leaf parsley (to garnish)

Method

  • Cut the sea bass in half horizontally.
  • Season the inside with salt and pepper and fill the center with the chopped herbs.
  • Reassemble the sea bass and season the outside with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Wrap in plastic wrap.
  • Steam the sea bass in an 8-inch, flat-bottomed steamer, covered, for 6 minutes, or until it is barely opaque.
  • To assemble: Remove the plastic wrap.
  • Use a very sharp knife to cut the fish into eight 2-inch wedges.
  • Choose a flat, colorful plate to set off the dramatic form of the fish.
  • Stand one wedge on its end and show the herb filling of the other.
  • Garnish with fresh herbs.