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Easy Halibut Recipe

A perfectly seared piece of halibut with a bright lemon-garlic sauce. Quick to prepare and packed with flavor!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: Seafood
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 4 pieces of halibut fillets
  • 2 tablespoons of olive oil
  • 3 cloves of garlic minced
  • 1 lemon juiced and zested
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons of fresh parsley chopped

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Spatula
  • Measuring spoons
  • Knife
  • Cutting board

Method
 

  1. Pat the halibut fillets dry with paper towels.
  2. Sprinkle both sides of the fillets with salt and pepper.
  3. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the olive oil.
  4. Carefully place the halibut in the skillet, skin-side down.
  5. Cook for 5-6 minutes on one side until golden brown.
  6. Gently flip the halibut and cook for another 3-4 minutes until the fish is opaque and flakes easily.
  7. In the last minute of cooking, add the minced garlic, lemon juice, and zest to the skillet.
  8. Remove the halibut from the skillet and sprinkle with chopped parsley before serving.

Notes

Serve with steamed vegetables or garlic mashed potatoes for a complete meal.