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Halibut with Zesty Lemon Beurre Blanc

Halibut with Zesty Lemon Beurre Blanc for a Flavorful Dinner

Halibut with Zesty Lemon Beurre Blanc is a simple yet impressive dish with creamy citrus sauce, perfect for special occasions.
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Course: Main Dishes
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Beurre Blanc, dinner, Halibut, lemon, quick, seafood
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Resting Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Servings: 4 fillets
Calories: 360kcal

Equipment

  • large skillet

Ingredients

For the Halibut

  • 4 fillets Halibut (6 ounces each) for a tender, flaky texture
  • Salt to taste
  • Black pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil for perfect sizzling and browning

For the Beurre Blanc Sauce

  • 1 cup White wine preferably Sauvignon Blanc
  • 2 tablespoons Shallots finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon zest
  • ¼ cup Fresh lemon juice
  • ½ cup Unsalted butter cut into small pieces and chilled

For Garnish

  • 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley chopped (optional)

Instructions

Step-by-Step Instructions

  • Season the halibut fillets generously with salt and black pepper on both sides. Let the fillets rest at room temperature for about 15 minutes.
  • In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium-high heat until it shimmers. Place the halibut fillets in the pan, skin-side down if applicable, and cook for 4-5 minutes.
  • Remove the halibut from the skillet and keep warm on a plate.
  • In the same skillet, add 1 cup of white wine and finely chopped shallots. Increase the heat to high, bringing it to a boil and let it reduce by half for about 3 minutes.
  • Stir in 1 tablespoon of lemon zest and ¼ cup of fresh lemon juice, allowing to simmer for an additional 2 minutes.
  • Lower the heat to medium-low and gradually whisk in the chilled butter pieces, letting each piece melt before adding the next.
  • Adjust the seasoning of the sauce with salt and black pepper as needed.
  • Plate the halibut fillets, drizzling the zesty lemon beurre blanc over the top, and garnish with chopped parsley if desired.

Notes

For best results, use fresh ingredients and control the heat to maintain a smooth sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1fillet | Calories: 360kcal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Protein: 32g | Fat: 24g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Cholesterol: 70mg | Sodium: 300mg | Potassium: 600mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 40mg | Iron: 1.5mg