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Pan-Grilled Black Bass with Flavored Butters

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Pan-Grilled Black Bass with Flavored ButtersShantanu Starick

"Anytime you grill or pan-fry fish," O'Connell says, "it's essential to thoroughly dry it before adding your fat."

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