What fish is branzino?

Branzino is the Italian name for European sea bass, a prized Mediterranean fish served whole in restaurants worldwide.

Dicentrarchus labrax

Also known as: European sea bass, loup de mer, spigola

Taste & texture

Mild, sweet, and flaky with a delicate flavor that takes well to salt-baking or grilling.

Water type

Saltwater

Common uses

  • Whole roasted or salt-baked
  • Grilled
  • Pan-seared fillets

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