Orata al forno (Baked Sea Bream in Foil – Sicilian Style 🇮🇹🫒)

Orata al forno (Baked Sea Bream in Foil – Sicilian Style 🇮🇹🫒)

Sunlight hitting the waves. The scent of salt in the air. A Sicilian kitchen buzzing with life. This is where our Olio Magnifico meets the sea — flaky, juicy sea bream wrapped in foil, exploding with Mediterranean flavors.

Ingredients (serves 2):
– 2 whole sea breams (cleaned)
– Cherry tomatoes, olives, capers, lemon slices
– Garlic, parsley, salt & pepper
– Generous drizzle of Olio Magnifico

Instructions:

  1. Preheat the oven to 180°C / 350°F.

  2. Place the sea breams on a large sheet of foil.

  3. Top with cherry tomatoes, olives, capers, lemon slices, garlic, and parsley. Season with salt and pepper.

  4. Drizzle generously with Olio Magnifico.

  5. Wrap the fish tightly in foil and bake for 25–30 minutes.


Open the foil, breathe in the aroma, and let each bite transport you to the Sicilian coast. Serve with crusty bread and a chilled white wine. Simple, bold, unforgettable. 🐟🍷

 

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