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Halibut with Beurre Blanc Sauce

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  • Author: lilly
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 2 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Searing
  • Cuisine: Seafood
  • Diet: Pescatarian

Description

A delightful and elegant halibut dish served with a rich beurre blanc sauce, perfect for seafood lovers.


Ingredients

  • 2 halibut fillets
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 cup unsalted butter
  • 2 tablespoons shallots, minced
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • Fresh herbs (like parsley or chives) for garnish


Instructions

  1. In a saucepan, combine shallots and simmer until reduced by half.
  2. Reduce heat to low and whisk in cold butter, piece by piece, until the sauce is smooth and emulsified.
  3. Stir in lemon juice and season with salt and pepper.
  4. Meanwhile, in a separate pan, season halibut fillets with salt and pepper. Sear the fillets over medium heat until golden brown and cooked through, approximately 3-4 minutes per side.
  5. Serve the halibut drizzled with beurre blanc sauce, garnished with fresh herbs.

Notes

Freshness is crucial for the beurre blanc sauce. Use high-quality ingredients for the best results.