Salt Crusted Fish

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 400 degrees .
2. 2
   Whisk the egg whites until peaks form.
3. 3
   Fold in the salt, rosemary and thyme and set aside.
4. 4
   Spread the lemon slices and fennel out on a baking sheet.
5. 5
   Place the fish over the lemon and fennel, skin side up.
6. 6
   Pour the egg white mixture over the fish and spread to cover completely.
7. 7
   Bake until a knife goes into the fish easily and it is cooked through, 20-25 minutes.
8. 8
   Remove from the oven.
9. 9
   Crack the salt crust and peel away in large pieces.
10. 10
    Separate the meat from its skin and transfer to serving plates.
11. 11
    Top with a drizzle of olive oil.