Piranski Brancin v Soli / Oljčnem Olju (Adriatic Piran Sea Bass with Fennel & Olive Oil) – Authentic Slovenia Recipe
Seasoned with world-famous hand-harvested sea salt from the historic Piran salt pans on Slovenia’s coast.
- Country of Origin
- 🇸🇮 Slovenia (Central Europe, Europe)
- Dietary Profile
- pescatarian
- Prep Time
- 20 min
- Cook Time
- 30 min
- Difficulty
- Medium
- Signature Staples
- Mediterranean sea bass (branzino) fillets, Roasted fennel and cherry tomatoes, Rosemary potatoes, Piran fleur de sel sea salt, Istrian extra virgin olive oil
Ingredients for Piranski Brancin v Soli / Oljčnem Olju (Adriatic Piran Sea Bass with Fennel & Olive Oil) (4 Servings)
- 1.25 lbs (or 2.5 cups) Mediterranean sea bass (branzino) fillets, prepped into bite-sized pieces
- 1.5 cups roasted fennel and cherry tomatoes, washed and trimmed
- 1 cup rosemary potatoes
- 1 medium onion and 3 cloves garlic, finely minced with Piran fleur de sel sea salt
- 1.5 tbsp traditional Slovenia seasoning (Istrian extra virgin olive oil, rosemary, lemon)
- 2.5 tbsp traditional cooking oil, sea salt, cracked black pepper, and fresh citrus or herbs
Step-by-Step Cooking Instructions
- Preheat oven to 390°F (200°C) and lightly oil an ovenproof skillet or baking dish.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté onion, garlic, Piran fleur de sel sea salt, and Istrian extra virgin olive oil, rosemary, lemon for 3 minutes until fragrant.
- Combine Mediterranean sea bass (branzino) fillets and roasted fennel and cherry tomatoes with the sautéed aromatics and layer evenly into the baking dish.
- Top with rosemary potatoes and bake uncovered for 25–30 minutes until bubbling and golden brown on top.
- Let rest 5 minutes before serving warm at the table.