Grill-Steamed Sea Bass with Citrus Relish

Name: Grill-Steamed Sea Bass with Citrus Relish
Yield: 4 Servings
Ingredients: 2 1½-lb. whole black sea bass, cleaned; Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper; ½ small red onion, thinly sliced; ½ bunch flat-leaf parsley, plus ½ cup chopped; 8 sprigs oregano; 5 scallions, thinly sliced, divided; 2 lemons, 1 thinly sliced, 1 left whole; 2 limes, 1 thinly sliced, 1 left whole; 4 tablespoons olive oil, divided; 1 tablespoon chopped fresh tarragon; ¼–½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes; Pinch of sugar; 2 tablespoons walnut or pistachio oil; Flaky sea salt (such as Maldon); 1 teaspoon poppy seeds

By Carlo MirarchiPhotographer Christopher Testani

July 18, 2014

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To check if the fish is done, press on the spot right behind the head: If it feels firm and a thin knife inserted there reveals flaky flesh, you’re good to go.

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