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Pan Seared Halibut with Lemon Caper Sauce

Pan Seared Halibut with Lemon Caper Sauce in 30 Minutes

A delicious Pan Seared Halibut with Lemon Caper Sauce, ready in 30 minutes, perfect for special occasions or dinner parties.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 2 filets
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Seafood
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Halibut
  • 2 filets Halibut Fresh, skinless
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Adds richness
  • 2 tablespoons Extra-Virgin Olive Oil Essential for searing
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper Freshly ground
For the Sauce
  • 2 slices Lemon Can use Meyer lemons for sweetness
  • 2 cloves Garlic Freshly chopped
  • 0.5 cups White Wine (Chardonnay) Substitute with broth for non-alcoholic
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed
  • 1 tablespoon Capers Adjust amount to taste
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Flat Leaf Parsley For garnish

Equipment

  • skillet

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Prepare the halibut by cutting into two portions and seasoning both sides with kosher salt and black pepper.
  2. Heat olive oil and butter in a skillet over medium heat until bubbling.
  3. Sear the halibut for 3 to 4 minutes, then flip and cook for an additional 3 to 4 minutes.
  4. Remove the halibut and cover with foil to rest.
  5. In the same skillet, melt more butter and sauté garlic until fragrant.
  6. Deglaze with white wine, then add lemon juice, capers, and parsley.
  7. Serve the halibut topped with the lemon caper sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filetCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 30gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 450mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, use fresh ingredients and serve immediately.

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