How to Broil Halibut Cheeks

If you have managed to snag a batch of halibut cheeks, bravo. These delicacies are not always readily available in markets, especially beyond the West Coast of the United States. When they appear, the prices can be steep, but the cost is worth it for a taste of the tender meat from the face of a halibut with a flavor akin to scallops and Dungeness crab. Broiling the cheeks will ensure that these morsels do not dry out and lose their flavor.

Things You'll Need

• Olive oil
• Broiler pan
• Spatula
• Food thermometer

Instructions

1. Arrange the rack three inches from the heat in the broiler and preheat the broiler.

2. Rub olive oil on all sides of the halibut cheeks.

3. Arrange the fish on the broiler pan or a baking sheet.

4. Broil the halibut cheeks for two minutes.

5. Flip the cheeks with a spatula and return to the broiler to cook for another two minutes or until a food thermometer inserted into the meat registers 140 degrees Fahrenheit and the fish is opaque.

References

• "Wild Alaskan Seafood"; James O. Fraioli, et al.; 2011
• "Fish on a First Name Basis"; Rob DeBorde; 2006
• "Pure Flavor: 125 All-American Recipes from the Pacific Northwest"; Kurt Beecher Dammeier, et al; 2007