“Passing down tradition, love, and a taste of the past. Teaching my children ‘Branzino al Sale,’ a recipe from their grandfather, keeps his memory alive in our hearts and on our plates. Cooking is more than food—it’s connection, legacy, and love. 🍋🐟✨ 🌿 Recipe: Branzino al Sale Ingredients for 1 Branzino (approx. 1–1.25 lbs): • Mediterranean Branzino (fresh if possible, gutted, scaled, and rinsed) • Sea salt • Olive oil (best quality, I recommend Olitalia EVOO) • Fresh lemon juice • Minced fresh parsley • Pinch of sea salt & black pepper Steps: 1. Preheat oven to 500°F (260°C). 2. Create a thick layer of sea salt on a baking tray. 3. Place the fish on top of the salt, then cover with another thick layer of salt. Wrap tightly in foil. 4. Bake for 30 minutes. 5. Prepare the sauce: Combine equal parts olive oil and lemon juice, add minced parsley, a pinch of sea salt, and a half-pinch of black pepper. 6. Remove the fish from the oven, crack the salt crust, and clean the fish to your preference (I shred it for my children to ensure no bones are left). 7. Drizzle the olive oil-lemon mixture over the fish. Serve with a lemony salad or roasted fingerling potatoes baked alongside the fish. Simple, fresh, and unforgettable.
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