Baked halibut recipe
Baked halibut fillets brushed with lemon, garlic, and olive oil, then baked at high heat until flaky and tender. Ready in 12 minutes — the method that keeps it juicy every time.
Servings: 4
Equipment
Ingredients
- 2 lb Halibut fillet
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1/2 tsp Salt
- 1/4 tsp Black pepper
- 1/4 tsp Paprika
- 1/4 tsp Smoked paprika
- 1/4 tsp Garlic powder
- Juice from one medium lemon
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Place the halibut fillets in a baking dish or on a sheet pan lined with parchment paper.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, salt, black pepper, paprika, smoked paprika, and garlic powder.
- Brush or spoon the mixture evenly over the fish.
- Bake for 12–14 minutes, or until the halibut is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
- Serve warm with salad, quinoa, pasta, couscous, or your favorite sides.
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Notes
Can I use Frozen Halibut?
Yes, frozen halibut can be used in the recipe. It is totally fine! Halibut is often frozen right after it is caught, to maintain its freshness for a longer period of time.
How to pick the best Halibut possible?
Halibut (Pacific Halibut) is in season in the USA from March trough October.
Fresh halibut filets should have firm texture and slightly translucent, they should also have nice ocean smell, it should not smell fishy.
Overcooking
Halibut is a lean fish and should never be overcooked. Filets have almost no fat and it is tricky to not overcook it. Do not skip the olive oil and herb mixture and do not bake for longer than recommended. Filets should remain moist and tender.
Nutrition
Calories: 327kcal | Carbohydrates: 0.4g | Protein: 42g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 11g | Cholesterol: 111mg | Sodium: 445mg | Potassium: 996mg | Fiber: 0.1g | Sugar: 0.03g | Vitamin A: 276IU | Vitamin C: 0.003mg | Calcium: 17mg | Iron: 1mg
