The trick with fish is to not overcook it. It is done as soon as it can be flaked with a fork. Get it off the heat as soon as it turns white. This particular marinade is great on lots of different fish, but halibut will always be my favorite. It is mild in flavor and brings out the delicate flavors of the fish. Serve it with a spritz of additional lemon juice for that extra hit of acidity.
PRO TIP: When purchasing fish, including halibut, always ask to smell it first. It shouldn’t smell fishy or ocean-like at all. That’s how you know you’ve got a good piece. Fish that is frozen should be eaten as soon as it is thawed.
Is halibut a good fish to eat?
When it comes to healthy eating, halibut is a great addition to a healthy diet and is full of omega 3 fatty acids. For those who are concerned about sustainability, Atlantic Wild Caught Halibut is on the do not eat list as the stock is depleted, while Pacific Halibut is okay.
What fish is most similar to halibut?
Halibut is an oily white fish. Similar white fishes that can be substituted for halibut include fluke, flounder, and turbot. For halibut steaks, cod or striped bass are also acceptable substitutes.
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How to Make Grilled Halibut Recipe
Grilled Halibut
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons butter melted
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1/2 lemon juiced
- 2 teaspoons soy sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 pound fresh halibut filet
Instructions
- In a small mixing bowl, combine the butter, honey, lemon juice, soy sauce, pepper, and garlic.
- Portion your halibut by cutting it with a sharp knife into 3 or 4 pieces. A serving size of fish is 3 to 6 oz so portion it depending on the particular size of your filet. Brush both sides of each with the liquid mixture.
- Heat pan until it is sizzling hot (a drop of water sizzles and immediately evaporates when it hits the pan. Sear the halibut for 90 seconds on each side. Reduce the heat to medium and cook each side for an additional 2-3 minutes, until the fish can be easily flaked with a fork.
Nutrition
This recipe first appeared on The Stay At Home Chef on January 22, 2013
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Julie Arbiter says
So delicious and it went as well with the halibut as it did with the shrimp. This marinade/sauce looked beautiful when done and was simple to make with ingredients that are found in the pantry. A keeper!
john brust says
Great flavor and fabulous taste.
KVC says
This recipe was a true delight! Fun to make & delish! Be sure to follow cooking instructions for best results!
Thank you!
KVC says
A great recipe that got rave reviews from my family!
Marinade was easy & delish. Cooking instructions must be followed for best results.
Thank you!
Catherine says
I’ve never seen this website before but it came up when I was searching for recipes for grilling Halibut. The recipe is delicious and I would highly recommend it. I used far less Halibut so cut way back on the sauce. I am not a garlic fan so I went really easy on the garlic and it was just right. I did not have lemon so used about half of the recommended amount with lime instead of lemon and it was fine.
Thank you!
Marcia Farber-Wescott says
6 star. Tasted great and looked fantastic as well
Patty Ferreira says
This was so delicious- light and flaky fish with an awesome marinade that everyone in my family raved over! Will definitely be using this recipe again! All products I have in my house as well so that made it extra easy!
Cindy Appleby says
Halibut was on sale at my grocery store last week so I decided to give it a try. This recipe was so simple but delicious! Just be careful not to overcook the fish:)