Dorada with fresh basil
2 servings
30 minutes
Dorada with fresh basil is an exquisite dish of Russian cuisine where the natural taste of fish combines with the aroma of fresh herbs and a citrus note of lemon. Dorada, known for its tender white fibers and juiciness, perfectly absorbs the flavors of basil while lemon adds a light tanginess. Historically, sea fish was rarely used in traditional Russian cuisine; however, modern gastronomic trends allow it to be paired with classic flavors. Baked in foil, dorada retains its juiciness and browning at the end makes it appetizingly golden. This dish is perfect for both everyday dinners and special occasions, delighting with its refined taste and elegant presentation.
1
Wash the dorado, remove excess, and dry with a paper towel.
- Gilt-head bream (dorada): 1 piece
2
Make shallow cuts with a sharp knife, 1 cm apart.
3
Line the baking tray with foil and place the fish.
4
Season the dorado with salt and pepper to taste, both inside and out.
- Salt: to taste
- Ground black pepper: to taste
5
Drizzle with olive oil.
- Olive oil: to taste
6
Sprinkle with lemon juice.
- Lemon: 1 piece
7
Cut a part of the lemon into half circles.
- Lemon: 1 piece
8
Insert lemon pieces into the cuts.
- Lemon: 1 piece
9
Wash and dry the basil well.
- Green basil: 1 bunch
- Purple basil: 1 bunch
10
Stuff the fish with greens. Leave a few sprigs for serving.
- Green basil: 1 bunch
- Purple basil: 1 bunch
11
Wrap in foil and bake in a preheated oven at 200 degrees for 20-25 minutes. Unwrap the fish 5 minutes before it's done to let it brown a little.
12
Serve the cooked dorada on a plate, garnished with fresh basil.
- Green basil: 1 bunch
- Purple basil: 1 bunch
