Baked Halibut Recipe
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
12 mins
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Total Time
17 mins
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Servings
2 servings
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Calories
310 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Baked Halibut Recipe
Description
This Baked Halibut Recipe prepares halibut fillet by coating it with a seasoned butter mixture containing garlic, paprika, sea salt, and black pepper. Baking at 400°F for around 12 to 13 minutes yields a flaky, opaque fish with a tender texture. The gentle seasoning complements rather than overwhelms the mild halibut flavor.
Serving suggestions include finishing with fresh lemon slices and chopped parsley to add acidity and freshness. The recipe suits dinner occasions where a straightforward, clean fish dish is desired.
For best results, fresh halibut is recommended, and cooking time may be adjusted based on thickness. Leftovers should be refrigerated and consumed within three days to maintain quality.
Ingredients
- 1 pound halibut fillet
- 2 tbsp butter melted
- 1 tsp garlic minced
- ¼ tsp paprika
- ½ tsp salt sea salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- lemon sliced
- parsley chopped
Instructions
- First, preheat oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Place halibut in baking dish.
- In a small bowl, combine melted butter, minced garlic, paprika, sea salt and black pepper. Pour this mixture over halibut.
- Bake for 12 to 13 minutes or until fish is opaque and no longer transparent.
- Finally, remove from oven. Garnish with sliced lemon and chopped parsley if desired.
Notes
- Use fresh halibut fillet for optimal flavor and texture.
- Adjust baking time when using a thicker or larger piece of fish.
- Check doneness by ensuring the fish is fully opaque and no longer transparent.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator and consume within three days.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 2servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 310 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 310kcal | 16% |
| Carbohydrates | 1g | 0% |
| Protein | 42g | 84% |
| Fat | 14g | 22% |
| Saturated Fat | 8g | 40% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 141mg | 47% |
| Sodium | 826mg | 34% |
| Potassium | 1004mg | 21% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 524IU | 10% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 25mg | 3% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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