Halibut in the oven
3 servings
50 minutes
Baked halibut is a true embodiment of culinary comfort, rooted in the traditions of Russian cuisine. This noble white ocean predator acquires a tender, juicy texture under a thin golden crust infused with the aromas of khmeli-suneli and black pepper. The harmonious combination of soft potatoes, sweet red onions, and tangy mayonnaise adds depth to the dish, creating a perfect balance of richness and airy lightness. Baked halibut absorbs the richness of spices, while the finishing touch—dill sauce—adds a fresh herbal note that highlights the fish's natural sweetness. This dish is perfect for both family dinners and festive gatherings, filling the home with warmth and joy.
1
Prepare all necessary ingredients.
2
Make cuts on top of the fish.
3
Slice the potatoes.
- Potato: 2 pieces
4
Slice the onion into half rings.
- Red onion: 1 piece
5
Put potatoes, onions, mayonnaise (2 tbsp), salt, pepper, and khmeli-suneli in a bowl.
- Potato: 2 pieces
- Red onion: 1 piece
- Mayonnaise: 3 tablespoons
- Salt: to taste
- Ground black pepper: to taste
- Khmeli-suneli: to taste
6
Mix
7
Place the fish on parchment and arrange potatoes with onions around it.
- Halibut: 1 piece
- Potato: 2 pieces
- Red onion: 1 piece
8
Grease the fish with mayonnaise (1 tbsp).
- Mayonnaise: 3 tablespoons
9
Sprinkle the fish with salt, pepper, and khmeli-suneli on top.
- Salt: to taste
- Ground black pepper: to taste
- Khmeli-suneli: to taste
10
Bake in an oven preheated to 180 degrees for 30 minutes.
11
Brush with dill sauce on top.
- Dill dressing: 20 g