Baked halibut with avocado and pine nuts

10 servings

60 minutes

Baked halibut with avocado and pine nuts is an exquisite dish of American cuisine that harmoniously combines the tenderness of fish, the creamy texture of avocado, and the nutty crunch. Halibut, known for its mild flavor and juicy flesh, serves as an ideal base for a rich sauce where butter blends with garlic aroma and parsley freshness. Pine nuts add zest, making the dish not only tasty but also rich in beneficial elements. The baked fish acquires a golden crust while its juiciness is preserved by a thick layer of spread. This recipe is perfect for a festive dinner when served with a potato side dish, delighting with its variety of textures and sophistication of flavor nuances.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 549.7
• Proteins: 59g
• Fats: 32.8g
• Carbohydrates: 4.8g

Ingredients

• Halibut: 3 kg
• Avocado: 1 pc
• Butter: 200 g
• Pine nuts: 100 g
• Garlic: 5 clove
• Parsley: 1 bunch
• Salt: pinch

Cooking steps

1. Prepare the halibut. Clean the white side, remove the skin from the dark side.

   Required ingredients:

   • Halibut: 3 kg

2. Prepare the spread. Clean the avocado, mash the garlic into a puree, roast and chop the nuts finely, chop the parsley very finely (without stems!!!), a blender can be used. Mix all ingredients with butter and salt (10 grams) using a fork.

   Required ingredients:

   • Avocado: 1 piece
   • Garlic: 5 clove
   • Pine nuts: 100 g
   • Parsley: 1 bunch
   • Butter: 200 g
   • Salt:  pinch

3. Lightly grease the baking tray with oil, salt it, place the fish skin-side down, and salt it. Cover the halibut with a thick layer of spread without gaps. Bake in the oven at 180 degrees for 30 minutes.

   Required ingredients:

   • Butter: 200 g
   • Halibut: 3 kg
   • Salt:  pinch

4. Serve by dividing the fish into long rectangles with a spoon, accompanied by any potatoes.