There wasn’t a single bite left of this dish by the end of dinner. It was that good!

Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.

Season the sea bass fillets with salt and pepper.

In a small bowl, whisk together the honey, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, minced garlic, and dried thyme.

Heat the olive oil in a large, oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the fillets for about 3 minutes on each side, until golden brown.

Brush the honey Dijon glaze over the fillets, coating them generously.

Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for about 5-7 minutes, or until the fish is flaky and cooked through.

Serve immediately, drizzling any remaining glaze from the pan over the fillets

For a bit of spice, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the glaze. If you like a more herby flavor, consider incorporating fresh dill or parsley into the glaze instead of thyme. For those who enjoy a fruitier taste, adding a bit of orange zest will provide a nice citrusy touch to the overall flavor profile.