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Halibut with Lemon Butter Sauce

A delightful halibut recipe paired with a zesty lemon sauce, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 4 halibut fillets 6 ounces each
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)

Equipment

  • Non-stick skillet or frying pan
  • Spatula
  • Measuring spoons
  • Knife and cutting board
  • Serving platter

Method
 

  1. Pat the halibut fillets dry with paper towels.
  2. Season both sides of the halibut with salt and pepper.
  3. Heat olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat.
  4. Place the halibut fillets in the skillet and cook for about 4-5 minutes on one side.
  5. Carefully flip the fillets using a spatula and cook for an additional 4-5 minutes.
  6. Remove the cooked halibut and set aside.
  7. In the same skillet, reduce the heat and add butter and garlic, cooking until fragrant.
  8. Stir in lemon juice, mixing well to create the sauce.
  9. Drizzle the lemon butter sauce over the halibut and garnish with parsley.

Notes

For extra flavor, let the halibut marinate in olive oil, lemon juice, and garlic for 30 minutes before cooking.