Halibut Piccata

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Servings: 6 Difficulty: Intermediate
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A bright and zesty seafood dish featuring tender halibut fillets in a classic lemon-caper wine sauce.
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This Halibut Piccata is a sophisticated yet simple weeknight dinner that brings the bright, refreshing flavors of Italy to your table. The star of the show is the firm, flaky Pacific halibut, which holds up beautifully to the quick broiling method. It’s bathed in a vibrant sauce made from dry white wine, fresh lemon juice, briny capers, and aromatic garlic. The acidity of the lemon cuts through the richness of the olive oil, creating a perfectly balanced flavor profile that feels both light and satisfying. This dish is incredibly fast to prepare, making it ideal for busy evenings when you want something elegant without the fuss. Serve it over pasta, rice, or with roasted vegetables for a complete meal that will impress guests and family alike. ItâÂÂs a reliable favorite that highlights the natural sweetness of the fish with every bite.

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Halibut Piccata

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 6 Calories: 298.9

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This Halibut Piccata is a sophisticated yet simple weeknight dinner that brings the bright, refreshing flavors of Italy to your table. The star of the show is the firm, flaky Pacific halibut, which holds up beautifully to the quick broiling method. It&# 226;ÂÂs bathed in a vibrant sauce made from dry white wine, fresh lemon juice, briny capers, and aromatic garlic. The acidity of the lemon cuts through the richness of the olive oil, creating a perfectly balanced flavor profile that feels both light and satisfying. This dish is incredibly fast to prepare, making it ideal for busy evenings when you want something elegant without the fuss. Serve it over pasta, rice, or with roasted vegetables for a complete meal that will impress guests and family alike. ItâÂÂs a reliable favorite that highlights the natural sweetness of the fish with every bite.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Preheat your oven's broiler to high.
  2. In a small frying pan over medium-high heat, warm 1/2 tablespoon of olive oil.
  3. Add the minced garlic to the pan and stir frequently until it becomes limp and fragrant, about 2 minutes. Be careful not to burn it.
  4. Pour in the dry white wine, lemon juice, and drained capers.
  5. Increase the heat to high and bring the mixture to a boil. Let it simmer uncovered until the liquid reduces to about 1/2 cup, which should take 3-4 minutes. Keep the sauce warm while you prepare the fish.
  6. Rinse the halibut fillets under cold water, pat them thoroughly dry with paper towels, and cut them into 6 equal portions.
  7. Rub the fish pieces with the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil and sprinkle generously with black pepper.
  8. Arrange the fish in a single layer in a 12x17-inch broiler pan (without the rack).
  9. Broil the fish about 3 inches from the heat source for 3 minutes.
  10. Carefully turn the fish over. If desired, sprinkle with a little Parmesan cheese, then broil for another 3 minutes until the fish is opaque but still moist in the center of the thickest part.
  11. Transfer the cooked halibut to a serving platter.
  12. Pour the warm lemon-caper sauce evenly over the fish and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

Amount Per Serving
Calories 298.9kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 10.9g17%
Saturated Fat 1.7g9%
Cholesterol 78.3mg27%
Sodium 76.2mg4%
Total Carbohydrate 1.6g1%
Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
Sugars 0.4g
Protein 40.9g82%

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

Keywords: halibut, piccata, seafood, italian, lemon, capers, white wine, garlic, broiled fish, weeknight dinner, easy recipe, healthy, dinner party, fish fillets, zesty, quick meal, gluten free, pescatarian, olive oil, simple
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