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Juicy Garlic Butter Halibut

Juicy Garlic Butter Halibut: A Quick Dinner Showstopper

Juicy Garlic Butter Halibut is a quick dinner showstopper that's flavorful and impressive, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 fillets
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Seafood
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Fish
  • 4 fillets Fresh Halibut Choose firm fillets with a clean ocean scent
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Substitute with minced garlic for a fresher touch
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Offers a mild spice and vibrant color
  • to taste Sea Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For Cooking
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil or Butter for searing
  • 1 tablespoon Butter for sauce
For Serving
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice Brightens the dish

Equipment

  • large non-stick skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Pat halibut fillets dry with paper towels and season both sides with garlic powder, paprika, sea salt, and pepper.
  2. In a large non-stick skillet, heat olive oil or butter over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  3. Gently place halibut fillets in the skillet and cook undisturbed for about 4 minutes, then flip and cook for another 3-4 minutes.
  4. Remove halibut from skillet. In the same skillet, melt additional butter, add fresh minced garlic, sauté for 30 seconds, then pour in lemon juice.
  5. Plate the halibut and drizzle the garlic-lemon butter sauce over the top.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 23gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 500mgVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure halibut fillets are dry before seasoning for a perfect golden crust.

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