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Fresh Halibut Baked With Smoked Salmon

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This elegant dish features thick-cut halibut steaks quickly seared and then finished in the oven with a rich butter-sherry sauce. The mild, sweet flavor of the fresh halibut is beautifully complemented by the salty, smoky punch of kippered salmon strips. The addition of lemon juice brightens the dish, while optional walnuts add a pleasant crunch. It&# 226;ÂÂs a sophisticated yet simple meal perfect for a date night or a special weeknight dinner. The combination of texturesâÂÂflaky fish, creamy sauce, and crisp garnishâÂÂmakes this a standout main course that feels restaurant-quality but is easy enough for home cooks to prepare.
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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 4
Calories: 29.5
Dietary: Gluten-free
Description
This elegant dish features thick-cut halibut steaks quickly seared and then finished in the oven with a rich butter-sherry sauce. The mild, sweet flavor of the fresh halibut is beautifully complemented by the salty, smoky punch of kippered salmon strips. The addition of lemon juice brightens the dish, while optional walnuts add a pleasant crunch. It&# 226;€™s a sophisticated yet simple meal perfect for a date night or a special weeknight dinner. The combination of textures—flaky fish, creamy sauce, and crisp garnish—makes this a standout main course that feels restaurant-quality but is easy enough for home cooks to prepare.
Ingredients
  • 2 pounds Halibut steaks, 1 inch thick
  • 4 ounces Butter
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
  • 4 tablespoons Sherry
  • 1/8 pound Kippered salmon, cut into 1/4-inch strips
  • 2 tablespoons Coarsely chopped walnuts (optional)
  • Black pepper, to taste
Directions
  1. 1
    Preheat oven to 350ðF (175ðC).
  2. 2
    Melt butter in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat.
  3. 3
    When the butter is hot but not smoking, add the halibut steaks.
  4. 4
    Sear the fish for 2 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  5. 5
    Season with black pepper to taste.
  6. 6
    Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven.
  7. 7
    Remove from oven and transfer fish to serving plates.
  8. 8
    Garnish with the kippered salmon strips and chopped walnuts.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 29.5kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 1.8g3%
Saturated Fat 0.4g2%
Cholesterol 7.8mg3%
Sodium 8.4mg1%
Total Carbohydrate 0.0g0%
Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
Sugars 0.0g
Protein 2.8g6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

Halibut steaks can vary in thickness; adjust baking time slightly if your steaks are thicker than 1 inch.

If you don't have an oven-safe skillet, sear the fish in a regular skillet and transfer it to a baking dish before adding the sauce and baking.

Kippered salmon is salty, so taste before adding extra salt.

For a variation, you can add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the sauce for some heat.

Serve immediately with steamed vegetables or a light salad.

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