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Grilled Halibut with Lemon-Butter Sauce
Created by: Howcan Team
Ingredients
- 4 halibut fillets (6 ounces each)
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
- In a small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup melted butter, 2 tablespoons lemon juice, 1 teaspoon lemon zest, 2 cloves minced garlic, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
- Brush both sides of the halibut fillets with the lemon-butter mixture.
- Place the halibut fillets on the preheated grill and cook for 4-5 minutes on each side, or until the fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
- Remove the halibut from the grill and transfer to a serving platter.
- Drizzle the remaining lemon-butter sauce over the grilled halibut fillets and sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Grilled Halibut with lemon-butter sauce is a classic seafood dish that has been enjoyed for generations. The dish is believed to have originated in coastal regions where fresh halibut is abundant, such as the Pacific Northwest and Alaska. Renowned chefs like Tom Douglas in Seattle and Thomas Keller in California have popularized this dish, showcasing the delicate flavor of halibut and the bright, tangy notes of the lemon-butter sauce. The key to a perfect Grilled Halibut with lemon-butter sauce lies in the freshness of the fish and the balance of flavors in the sauce. Today, the best versions of this dish can be found in upscale seafood restaurants and coastal eateries, where chefs take pride in sourcing the finest halibut and crafting a velvety, citrus-infused butter sauce. For home cooks, mastering the art of grilling the halibut to perfection and achieving the ideal consistency for the lemon-butter sauce are essential. While the traditional recipe calls for grilling the halibut, some chefs also recommend pan-searing or baking the fish for a different texture and flavor profile. Whether enjoyed at a top seafood restaurant or prepared at home, Grilled Halibut with lemon-butter sauce is a timeless dish that celebrates the natural beauty of fresh seafood and the vibrant flavors of citrus and butter.
25 min
4
300 calories
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