How to Cook Halibut

Halibut is a tasty, healthy choice for an entree. The following article gives instructions on how to cook halibut fillets.

Things You'll Need

• 4 halibut fillets, 6 ounces each
• 1 tablespoon of lemon juice
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 2 sprigs of cilantro
• 2 tablespoons of butter
• 4 green onions, finely chopped
• 1/4 cup of red bell pepper, finely chopped
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon of crushed red pepper flakes
• 1/4 cup of dry white wine
• 1 teaspoon dried dill weed
• 1 teaspoon of dried tarragon
• 1 cup of chicken broth
• 1/2 cup of half-and-half
• 1/2 cup of grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 tablespoon of all-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup of water
• Toasted almond slivers
• Baking dish
• Skillet

Instructions

How to Cook Halibut

1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees and grease a baking dish.

2. Drizzle 1 tablespoon of lemon juice onto the fillets. Season them with salt and pepper. Put the fillets into the greased baking dish and press the cilantro leaves on top.

3. Bake the halibut in the oven for 15 to 20 minutes or until it flakes easily with a fork.

4. While the halibut is baking, melt the butter in a skillet over medium heat. Stir in the green onions, red bell pepper, garlic, and red pepper flakes for about five minutes, allowing the vegetables to soften.

5. Pour in the white wine and add the dill and tarragon.

6. Simmer for 2 minutes. Add the chicken broth, half-and-half, Parmesan cheese, and 1 tablespoon of lemon juice. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

7. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat. Combine the flour and the water. Stir well and add the flour mixture to the sauce.

8. Reduce the heat and simmer the sauce until it has thickened. Spoon the sauce over the halibut fillets and serve.

Tips & Warnings

• You can also make this entree with fat-free half and half and low-sodium chicken broth for a healthier option.

• Women who are pregnant should avoid eating halibut due to the high mercury content.

Resources

• Purchasing halibut
• Information about halibut