INGREDIENTS
4 TBSP. sesame seeds
2 tsp. minced garlic
6 scallions, minced
2 tsp. sesame oil
2 TBSP. soy sauce
1/2 tsp. cayenne pepper
Salt
Black pepper
4 striped bass fillets
6 TBSP. peanut or vegetable oil
DIRECTIONS
Toast the sesame seeds in a dry pan over medium heat, shaking occasionally until they darken and begin to pop. This usually takes about 5 minutes in an oven or 2 to 3 minutes in a microwave.
Mix half of the sesame seeds with the garlic, half the scallions, the sesame oil, soy sauce, cayenne, salt and pepper.
Coat the fillets with this mixture and allow them to sit while you heat the oil.
Heat the oil in a 12-inch nonstick skillet over medium heat until it shimmers.
Carefully add each fillet.
Cook until lightly browned and cooked all the way through.
Cook and brown the other side.
Serve immediately after garnishing; serve with reserved scallions and sesame seeds.
Serves 4.
