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Landry’s Chef Series: Learn how to make The Oceanaire Seafood Room’s Branzino

HOUSTON – Whether you’re planning a romantic dinner for two or celebrating a special occasion with the family - The Oceanaire Seafood Room, located in the heart of Houston’s Galleria area, is the perfect dining destination.

With a menu that boasts the freshest, high-quality seafood, flown in daily - it’s a dining experience you don’t want to miss.

Houston Life kicks off our Landry’s Chef Series with Kristopher Perez, the executive chef at The Oceanaire.

A look at some of The Oceanaire Seafood Room's signature dishes and appetizers. (KPRC TV)

He recently stopped by studio B to chat about the restaurant’s signature dishes and to share a recipe you can make at home.

The Oceanaire Seafood Room’s Branzino

Chef Kristopher Perez from The Oceanaire shows us how to make the restaurant's signature Branzino dish on Houston Life. (KPRC 2 TV)

Ingredients:

Branzino fish butterflied

Blended Oil

Kosher Salt

Black Pepper Tuscan Roasted Vegetables

Extra Virgin Olive Oil, California Brand

Parsley Chopped

Fried Capers

Charred Half Lemon

Chef Kristopher Perez from The Oceanaire shows us how to make the restaurant's signature Branzino dish on Houston Life. (KPRC 2 TV)

Cooking Instructions:

1. Warm the Tuscan vegetables in a sauté pan over low heat.

2. While vegetables are warming coat the Branzino on both sides with blended oil and season with salt & pepper.

3. Place the Branzino flesh side down large sauté pan or on a hot grill and cook for 4-5 minutes

4. Flip the over and cook on the skin side for 2-3 minutes until cooked through.

5. Place the Branzino skin side down on a plate or platter

6. Top with the warmed Tuscan vegetables.

7. Drizzle with EVOO all over the top of the fish and vegetables.

8. Garnish with chopped parsley, fried capers and charred lemon.

RELATED: KPRC 2 Insiders enter for your chance to win a $200 Landry’s Gift Card

A look at some of The Oceanaire Seafood Room's signature dishes and appetizers. (KPRC TV)

The Oceanaire Seafood Room is located at 5061 Westheimer Road in Houston.

For reservations, call 832-487-8862 or visit this website.

CLICK HERE to see more from the Landry’s Chef Series on Houston Life.


About the Author
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Heather Kansteiner is a supervising producer for Houston Life. She has been part of the team since the show launched in 2016. She loves all things Houston and enjoys sharing what makes the city a great place to live, work and play.

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