How to stop sea bass fillets from sticking to foil
I've cooked sea bass before on 220 degrees centigrade for 15 minutes baked in the oven. I get some foil and place it on a baking tray and cover it in a thin layer of olive oil. I then place the fillets on top and drizzle over some more olive oil. I fold the tin foil into loose little packets and put it in the oven. 15 minutes later the fillets are stuck to the foil and have to be forced off, ruining the shape of the fish and reducing it to mush.
How can I prevent this? More oil? Which side should I place the fillet down?
Best Answer
Skin side down will work best, as for how to prevent sticking more oil is the way to go. In my experience wax paper (baking paper or baking parchment to some) works better and sticks less. If you really need the foil (say you are cooking over a fire) then using wax paper inside the foil will give you the result you need.
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How do you keep fish from sticking to foil?
Brush one side with olive oil or melted butter. This will help prevent sticking. Place your salmon fillet on one side of the foil. Brush with olive oil or melted butter.How do you keep food from sticking to aluminum foil?
Spray the underneath side of the sheet of the aluminum foil with PAM Cooking Spray \u2013 spray only the side that will touch the cheese. Cover the dish with the prepared aluminum foil, laying the cooking spray greased side facing down towards the food.Can you use foil instead of parchment paper for fish?
If using an acidic liquid (such as lemon juice or vinegar) in your recipe, always opt to use parchment paper because the acid may react with aluminum foil. And, never substitute waxed paper for parchment! Make sure your packets are tightly sealed to prevent any steam from escaping during cooking.Why does my fish stick to the pan?
The flesh of a fresh fish fillet (say that five times fast) holds a lot of moisture. And moisture is actually the reason that both the flesh and skin stick to the pans or grills they are cooked in.Gordon Ramsay Cooks Mediterranean Sea Bass in Under 10 Minutes | Ramsay in 10
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