Halibut is one of my favorite fishes because it’s so meaty, not very “fishy” and it develops a beautiful crust when pan-seared. A light, fruity topping like this citrus salsa is the perfect compliment (especially this time of year when citrus is in season).
Serve this with steamed veggies and/or quinoa for a refreshing meal with lots of nutritional benefits.
1. Combine garlic, lemon juice, white wine and olive oil in a small bowl.
2. Place halibut portions in a shallow dish and pour marinade over. Marinate for 15 minutes, turning occasionally.
3. Meanwhile, combine the salsa ingredients in a small bowl.
4. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Season halibut with salt and pepper and add to the hot pan. Cook for 4-5 minutes per side, or until a nice golden brown crust forms and the fish is cooked through.
5. Transfer the halibut to a serving platter and spoon salsa over.
Pan-Seared Halibut with Citrus Salsa
Serves 4
All you need:
3 peeled garlic cloves, minced
Juice of 1 lemon
1/4 cup white wine
1/4 cup olive oil
1 pound halibut, cut into 4 portions
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
1 tablespoon olive oil
Salsa
1 grapefruit, peeled, sectioned and chopped
1 orange, peeled, sectioned and chopped
1 jalapeno, seeded and finely diced
2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
2 teaspoons sugar (or 1 teaspoon stevia)
Zest and juice of 1 lime
2 teaspoons olive oil
All you do:
1. Combine garlic, lemon juice, white wine and olive oil in a small bowl.
2. Place halibut portions in a shallow dish and pour marinade over. Marinate for 15 minutes, turning occasionally.
3. Meanwhile, combine the salsa ingredients in a small bowl.
4. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Season halibut with salt and pepper and add to the hot pan. Cook for 4-5 minutes per side, or until a nice golden brown crust forms and the fish is cooked through.
5. Transfer the halibut to a serving platter and spoon salsa over.