2white fish fillets skin‑on (about 6 to 8 ounces each)
1tablespoonolive oil
1teaspoonOld Bay seasoning
¼teaspoonfine salt
½teaspoonground black pepper
1tablespoonoil high‑heat for greasing the pan or grill
2tablespoonsfresh parsley
1lemoncut into wedges
Instructions
Pat the fish very dry with paper towels.
Brush both sides with olive oil, then season both sides with the Old Bay, salt, and black pepper. Press lightly so the spices adhere. If you do not have Old Bay, combine 1/2 teaspoon paprika, 1/4 teaspoon celery salt, and a pinch of cayenne and use the same amount.
Preheat a grill pan over medium‑high heat for 5 minutes. Grease the pan with the high‑heat oil just before cooking. If using an outdoor grill, preheat to about 450°F and oil the grates well.
Place the fish skin‑side down and cook without moving until the flesh is opaque about two‑thirds of the way up and releases easily from the pan, 6 to 8 minutes for 1‑inch‑thick fillets. Do not flip. The center should read 140 to 145°F.
Transfer with a thin fish spatula. Sprinkle with parsley and serve with lemon wedges.