🍋 Coastal Lemon Herb Halibut with Velvety Pan Sauce 🌿
Delicate, flaky halibut bathed in a silky lemon herb butter sauce — light, elegant, and beautifully seaside-inspired!
This Coastal Lemon Herb Halibut is fresh, bright, and restaurant-worthy — yet simple enough to prepare at home in under 30 minutes. Perfect for a refined dinner or special occasion.
🛒 Ingredients
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4 halibut fillets (about 6 ounces each)
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1 teaspoon salt
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½ teaspoon black pepper
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½ teaspoon paprika
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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3 tablespoons unsalted butter
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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½ cup low-sodium chicken broth (or white wine)
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2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
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1 teaspoon lemon zest
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1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
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1 teaspoon fresh thyme (optional)
⏱️ Time
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Prep Time: 10 minutes
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Cook Time: 12–15 minutes
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Servings: 4
👩🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Season the Fish
Pat halibut fillets dry with paper towels.
Season both sides with salt, pepper, and paprika.
2️⃣ Sear the Halibut
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Place fillets in the pan and cook for 4–5 minutes per side, depending on thickness, until golden and flaky.
Remove from pan and set aside.