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.
1
Remove bones from the fillet (if any), and cut into steaks (about 2 cm thick).
- Halibut fillet: 500 g
2
Remove the zest from the orange with a sharp knife, without the white pith, and cut into strips.
- Orange zest: 20 pieces
3
Remove thyme leaves from the stems, mix with sunflower oil and pepper. Dip the fish steaks in the mixture.
- 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.
- 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.
