Halibut fillet with thyme and orange zest in the oven in 5 minutes

3 servings

20 minutes

Thyme and orange zest halibut fillet is a refined and aromatic dish of European cuisine that highlights the fish's natural tenderness and delights with its exquisite flavor. Orange zest adds a light citrus freshness, while thyme gives the dish a pleasant spiciness, enhancing the halibut's marine notes. Baking in foil keeps the fillet juicy and infused with the aromas of spices and herbs. This dish is perfect for a light dinner or festive table, pairing well with white wine or fresh salad. Its simplicity makes it accessible even for those not used to spending long in the kitchen: just five minutes in the oven and you can enjoy the harmonious taste of Mediterranean classic.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 186.7
• Proteins: 32.4g
• Fats: 5.5g
• Carbohydrates: 2.6g

Ingredients

• Halibut fillet: 500 g
• Fresh thyme: 6 stem
• Olive oil: to taste
• Orange zest: 20 pc
• Ground black pepper: to taste

Cooking steps

1. Remove bones from the fillet (if any), and cut into steaks (about 2 cm thick).

   Required ingredients:

   • Halibut fillet: 500 g

2. Remove the zest from the orange with a sharp knife, without the white pith, and cut into strips.

   Required ingredients:

   • Orange zest: 20 pieces

3. Remove thyme leaves from the stems, mix with sunflower oil and pepper. Dip the fish steaks in the mixture.

   Required ingredients:

   • Fresh thyme: 6 stems
   • Olive oil:  to taste
   • Ground black pepper:  to taste

4. Fold a foil into an envelope for fish, place strips of zest (6-8 strips per steak) on the 'bottom'. Place the steak on the zest, drizzle with oil, and close the envelope.

   Required ingredients:

   • Orange zest: 20 pieces
   • Olive oil:  to taste

5. Turn on the oven. While it heats up to 200 degrees, the steaks will marinate.

6. Put the envelopes in the oven for 5 minutes.