Sea bream encrusted in salt and baked whole locks in moisture perfectly. This high protein mediterranean dish is a fresh, healthy family dinner that's surprisingly simple to prepare.
Preheat oven to 400°F. Pat the sea bream dry inside and out to ensure proper moisture retention during baking.
Stuff the cavity of the sea bream with lemon slices, rosemary, and thyme, layering herbs for optimal flavor infusion.
Mix coarse sea salt with egg whites until the mixture resembles damp sand; this helps the salt crust seal in moisture.
Spread half the salt mixture in a baking dish to form a base, lay the fish on top, and cover completely with the remaining salt mixture, gently pressing to seal.
Bake for 40 minutes, then rest the fish for 10 minutes before cracking open the salt crust and serving, taking care not to overcook for tender, juicy meat.