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    Sous Vide Sea Bass

    Dated: October 25, 2018 Last Modified: April 25, 2022 by Sarah Mock 8 Comments. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. This post contains affiliate links.

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    My favorite way to serve sous vide sea bass is with roasted cherry tomatoes, olives, corn and cappers on the side. A few minutes in a hot pan and you have the perfect accompaniment to your perfectly cooked fish.
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    Sous Vide Sea Bass

    If you are afraid of cooking sea bass, don't be fearful! The best way to cook Chilean sea bass is the Sous vide method of cooking. The controlled temperature ensures that the fish is cooked to perfection from edge to edge. No loss of flavor or moisture!

    Sous Vide Sea Bass

    If you are new to the sous vide cooking method, you will be hooked after making this recipe. Another favorite fish recipe is Mahi Mahi Fish Tacos. You are going to want to make Sous Vide Oreo Cheesecake, Sous Vide Creme Brulee, and serve Asparagus.Be sure to check out my complete collection of sous vide recipes.

    How to cook sea bass

    sea bass in a sous vide water bath

    The best way to cook a sea bass is to use the sous vide cooking method. By setting the sous vide water temperature to your optimal doneness. The fish will be your preferred temperature from edge to edge. The sea bass will retain all the fat and moisture because of being in the sous vide bag.

    New to sous vide? I explain in simple terms everything I know about sous vide cooking.

    The best sous vide sea bass recipe

    Sous Vide Sea Bass

    My favorite way to serve sous vide sea bass is with roasted cherry tomatoes, olives, corn and cappers on the side. A few minutes in a hot pan and you have the perfect accompaniment to your perfectly cooked fish.

    Sea bass recipe ingredients:

    • sea bass steaks
    • butter
    • salt
    • olive oil
    • grape or cherry tomatoes
    • anchovy paste (or 2 anchovy fillets)
    • garlic, minced
    • onions, minced
    • corn kernels
    • kalamata olives, pitted
    • capers
    • chili flake
    sous vide sea bass with 2 pats of butter

    Time and temperature for sous vide sea bass

    DonenessFC
    Slightly Warmed104°40°
    Slightly Firm110°43.3°
    Tender and Firm120°48.9°
    Firm130°55.5°
    Chewy140°60°
    I recommend 30-45 minutes per inch but no more than 60 minutes.

    Choose your preferred temperature/doneness for your sea bass. Set the sous vide water to that temperature. Once the water has reach temperature, submerge the sous vide bag and cook for 30 minutes per inch of thickness. Cook up to 60 minutes with out compromising quality.

    How to get a good crust on sea bass.

    sous vide sea bass with tomatoes, corn olives and capers

    In addition to the wonderful mild flavor of sea bass, my favorite part of enjoying a big piece of sea bass is the fabulous crust that brings another layer of flavor and texture.

    1. Using a cast iron or heavy bottom pan, set as the temperature high as it will go, almost to the point of smoking.
    2. Add 2 tablespoons of butter to the pan, it will instantly melt and bubble.
    3. Place the sous vide sea bass on the sizzling butter and do not move it once it is down.
    4. Allow the sea bass to sear for 1-2 minutes. Watch for the bottom edge of the fish to start to take on color.
    5. Use a wide spatula to remove the fish from the pan. The fish should easily come away from the pan.

    What to serve with sous vide sea bass

    1. In a hot pan add the olive oil, anchovy paste, garlic on onions. Cook until softened and the anchovy paste has dissolved.
    2. Add the capers, corn, olives and tomatoes.
    3. Bring to a bubble and when the tomatoes have burst, add the chili flake.
    4. Serve alongside the sous vide sea bass.

    Not a fan of fish but still want to cook a few sous vide entrees? For the carnivores I would suggest a Bolognese, sous vide boneless pork chops, sous vide beef Burgundy, or even sous vide corned beef. So many options when it comes to sous vide cooking.

    horizontal image of sous vide seared sea bass

    More side dishes for sous vide sea bass:

    • Crispy gnocchi
    • Polenta cake
    • Sheet Pan Roasted Brussels Sprouts and Broccoli
    • Sous Vide Potatoes

    📝 Frequently asked questions, answers and tips:

    Sous Vide Sea Bass With Roasted Tomatoes, Olives, Corn and Capers
    What is sea bass?

    Sea bass is a term used to describe a variety of saltwater fish that are not members of the bass family of fish. Black sea bass is a true bass as it is a striped bass but white sea bass, the 'sea bass' found in most grocery stores, is a member of the drum family. The 'sea bass' is technically a codfish.
    The very popular Chilean Sea Bass, also known as Patagonian Toothfish, is a carnivorous fish that is caught off the southern coasts of South America and around the regions of Antarctica.
    Until 1977, the name 'Chilean sea bass' didn’t exist and few people ate the fish before the 1990s. Prior to that, scientists knew the fish by the less mouth-watering name of Patagonian or Antarctic toothfish. Would you rather dine on a tooth fish or sea bass?fresh sea bass held to show thickness

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    Sous Vide Sea Bass

    Sous Vide Sea Bass

    Sarah Mock
    My favorite way to serve sous vide sea bass is with roasted cherry tomatoes, olives, corn and cappers on the side. A few minutes in a hot pan and you have the perfect accompaniment to your perfectly cooked fish.
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    Prep Time 4 mins
    Cook Time 45 mins
    Additional Time 2 mins
    Total Time 51 mins
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    Course Seafood Recipes
    Cuisine American
    Servings 2
    Calories 1224 kcal

    EQUIPMENT

    Joule Sous Vide
    Anova Culinary Sous Vide Cooker
    Sous Vide Water Bath
    Lid for Sous Vide Container

    Ingredients
      

    • 2 4-6 ounce sea bass steaks
    • 1 tablespoon butter
    • salt
    • ¼ cup olive oil
    • 1 pint grape or cherry tomatoes
    • 1 teaspoon anchovy paste (or 2 anchovy fillets)
    • 2 cloves garlic (minced)
    • 2 tablespoons onions (minced)
    • ½ cup corn kernels
    • ¼ cup kalamata olives (pitted)
    • 1 tablespoon capers
    • ¼ teaspoon chili flake

    Instructions
     

    • Pat the sea bass with paper towels to remove any excess moisture.
    • Sprinkle with salt to taste.
    • Place sea bass steaks in a vacuum bag with a tablespoon of butter on top of each piece of fish.
    • Vacuum and seal the fish.
    • Heat sous vide water to your desired temperature. I recommend 130 F.
    • Submerge the bag in the sous vide water and set the timer for 30 minutes per inch of thickness.
    • Once cooked, remove from the bag and sear in a screaming hot pan with butter to make the perfect crust on the fish.
    • In a hot pan add the olive oil, anchovy paste, garlic on onions. Cook until softened and the anchovy paste has dissolved.
    • Add the capers, corn, olives and tomatoes.
    • Bring to a bubble and when the tomatoes have burst, add the chili flake.
    • Serve alongside the sous vide sea bass.

    Notes

    How to get a good crust on sea bass.

    1. Using a cast iron or heavy bottom pan, set as the temperature high as it will go, almost to the point of smoking.
    2. Add 2 tablespoons of butter to the pan, it will instantly melt and bubble.
    3. Place the sous vide sea bass on the sizzling butter and do not move it once it is down.
    4. Allow the sea bass to sear for 1-2 minutes. Watch for the bottom edge of the fish to start to take on color.
    5. Use a wide spatula to remove the fish from the pan. The fish should easily come away from the pan.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1Calories: 1224kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 114gFat: 68gSaturated Fat: 19gPolyunsaturated Fat: 43gCholesterol: 307mgSodium: 1208mgFiber: 4gSugar: 26g

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    1. Sarah Mock

      January 26, 2022 at 7:57 am

      You are welcome Carol! That sounds amazing. It has been a minute since I have made this recipe. sigh.... I need to make sea bass soon! Thanks for the comment. It warms my heart to hear from readers.
      Sarah

    2. Carol

      January 25, 2022 at 11:06 pm

      5 stars
      Excellent! I had a 2“ thick piece of sea bass. Cooked 50 minutes at 130 then seared. I served my portion over mixed spinach& arugula salad. It was perfect! Thanks for the great recipe.

    3. Sarah Mock

      October 25, 2021 at 8:28 am

      Thank you! I appreciate the praise. Have you tried sous vide shrimp?

    4. S Loyd

      October 23, 2021 at 5:54 pm

      5 stars
      The Sea Bass with this combination is fantastic cooking for dinner parties and always get raves of praise on taste. Thanks

    5. Sarah

      November 02, 2018 at 2:26 pm

      It is practically perfect!

    6. Sarah

      November 02, 2018 at 2:26 pm

      I am glad you loved it! It is a favorite in my house.

    7. Jennifer Farley

      November 02, 2018 at 10:29 am

      5 stars
      Such a beautiful meal! Tastes great!

    8. Britni

      November 02, 2018 at 10:18 am

      5 stars
      I've never cooked fish this way. Thank you for the recipe.

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