Lemon Pepper Seared Halibut
Be impressed. It has only been four days since my last post. Between the holidays, work, kids and emotional storms, I was expecting it to be another week. But, since I had a day off, and I made a fabulous, healthy dinner, I couldn't wait to share.
What you are looking at is Lemon Pepper Seared Halibut, loaded cauliflower and steamed asparagus. Mmmmmm. I got the idea from watching Top Chef a couple weeks ago, and am just now getting around to making it. You remember in that first episode of season 1 when the chef's had to make their signature dish? Ken was sent home for his seared halibut and nasty puree.
I personally love halibut as a main course. Done right, it has a butter texture and a mild flavor that picks up seasonings very well. My chosen seasoning tonight is lemon pepper. I am not a fan of tartar sauce, but I love citrus with my seafood, and the slight kick of McCormick Lemon Pepper is just what this fish needed. I also rub some garlic powder on the fish before searing to add a little extra flavor.
After seasoning the halibut steaks, I melted butter in a cast iron skillet. Next I added the fish and cooked it for 4 minutes on each side. Remove to plates and allow to rest for 2 minutes. That's it. Pick your sides and enjoy. It's really that simple.
Lemon Pepper Seared Halibut
Ingredients
What you are looking at is Lemon Pepper Seared Halibut, loaded cauliflower and steamed asparagus. Mmmmmm. I got the idea from watching Top Chef a couple weeks ago, and am just now getting around to making it. You remember in that first episode of season 1 when the chef's had to make their signature dish? Ken was sent home for his seared halibut and nasty puree.
I personally love halibut as a main course. Done right, it has a butter texture and a mild flavor that picks up seasonings very well. My chosen seasoning tonight is lemon pepper. I am not a fan of tartar sauce, but I love citrus with my seafood, and the slight kick of McCormick Lemon Pepper is just what this fish needed. I also rub some garlic powder on the fish before searing to add a little extra flavor.
After seasoning the halibut steaks, I melted butter in a cast iron skillet. Next I added the fish and cooked it for 4 minutes on each side. Remove to plates and allow to rest for 2 minutes. That's it. Pick your sides and enjoy. It's really that simple.
Lemon Pepper Seared Halibut
Ingredients
- 2 TBSP lemon pepper
- 1 TBSP garlic powder
- 2 lbs halibut, fresh or thawed in the refrigerator if frozen (about 4 steaks)
- 2 TBSP butter
- 1 lemon, sliced for garnish
Directions
- Remove any excess moisture from the halibut, using paper towels.
- Sprinkle 1/2 the lemon pepper and garlic powder over one side of the halibut. Press the seasonings into the fish. Repeat with the remaining seasons on the other side of the steak.
- Melt butter in a large cast iron skillet over medium heat.
- Add the halibut steaks to the pan. Sear for 4 minutes on each side, or until it easily flakes with a fork.
- Let rest for 2 minutes.Serve with lemon slices.
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Servings: 4 | |
| Amount per serving | |
| Calories | 795 |
| % Daily Value* | |
| Total Fat 22g | 28% |
| Saturated Fat 6.2g | 31% |
| Cholesterol 240mg | 80% |
| Sodium 423mg | 18% |
| Total Carbohydrate 5g | 2% |
| Dietary Fiber 1.5g | 5% |
| Total Sugars 0.9g | |
| Protein 145.9g | |
| Vitamin D 4mcg | 20% |
| Calcium 21mg | 2% |
| Iron 1mg | 6% |
| Potassium 3235mg | 69% |
| *The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a food serving contributes to a daily diet.2,000 calorie a day is used for general nutrition advice. | |
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My family loved this recipe. It is something I will be adding to our lent rotation and to busy nights when I don't really have time to cook. Let me know your favorite halibut recipes, and how you liked this one.
Happy cooking,
Kristie
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