Halibut fillet with butter and herb sauce

2 servings

10 minutes

Halibut fillet with butter and herb sauce is a refined dish of Mediterranean cuisine that combines the tenderness of sea fish with an aromatic buttery sauce. Halibut, known for its soft texture and light sweetness, is baked with tarragon, black pepper, and salt, revealing a richness of flavors. Olive oil, traditional in Mediterranean cooking, adds special depth and softness to the dish. This recipe is perfect for a romantic dinner or family lunch where simplicity in preparation and exquisite taste are valued. Serve with white wine and a light vegetable garnish to highlight its sophistication. Each forkful of halibut infused with the aromas of fresh herbs immerses you in the atmosphere of a sunny coastline where sea and gastronomy intertwine into one art.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 412.5
• Proteins: 37.9g
• Fats: 29g
• Carbohydrates: 0.3g

Ingredients

• Halibut fillet: 2 pc
• Vegetable oil: 2 tbsp
• Tarragon: 2 tbsp
• Salt: to taste
• Ground black pepper: to taste
• Olive oil: 1 tsp

Cooking steps

1. Make small plates from foil for each fish fillet.

2. Grease each plate with olive oil.

   Required ingredients:

   • Olive oil: 1 teaspoon

3. Place the fish on the foil plates with the ugly side up (if the skin is removed, then with the side where the skin was).

4. Thoroughly mix the oil with the herb mixture.

   Required ingredients:

   • Vegetable oil: 2 tablespoons
   • Tarragon: 2 tablespoons

5. Place 1 tablespoon of herb butter on each fish. Bake for 4 minutes.

   Required ingredients:

   • Vegetable oil: 2 tablespoons
   • Tarragon: 2 tablespoons

6. Carefully flip each piece of fish to prevent the oil from spilling.

7. Bake for another 4 minutes.

8. Transfer to plates and drizzle with herbed oil sauce.

   Required ingredients:

   • Vegetable oil: 2 tablespoons
   • Tarragon: 2 tablespoons
   • Salt:  to taste
   • Ground black pepper:  to taste

9. Serve at the table. Enjoy your meal!