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Pan-Seared Alaska Halibut with Tamarind Sauce

Pan-seared Alaska halibut with tamarind sauce is a flavorful dish that you can make quickly. Learn how to make a pan-seared Alaska halibut and serve it with a delicious sauce.

Prep Time
30 mins
Cook Time
30 mins
Total Time
40 mins
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 280 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

Tamarind Sauce
  • 8 oz tamarind paste
  • 3 cups boiling water
  • 1/2 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 1/2 tsp granulated sugar
Pan seared halibut
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 4 Alaska halibut fillets skinless
  • 1 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper

Instructions

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  1. Place the tamarind paste in a large bowl.
  2. Pour hot water on the tamarind paste and let it sit 10-20 minutes. Mix the tamarind paste with water using a spoon. Mash the tamarind paste as much as possible. 
  3. Pour the tamarind and water mixture into a sieve placed on a pot and press through the sieve so only debris and pits are left. You will have a thick tamarind paste in the pot. 
  4. Bring the tamarind paste to simmer over medium heat and add salt, pepper, garlic, ginger, paprika and sugar. Cook for about five to ten minutes. Set aside. 
  5. Heat olive oil in a nonstick pan over medium high heat. 
  6. Pat dry the Alaska halibut fillets with paper towels and sprinkle salt and pepper on one side. 
  7. Once the oil is hot and shimmery, place the fillets in the pan, seasoned side down and sear, undisturbed for 5 minutes until it's crispy and golden brown. 
  8. Flip and sear the other side for another 4-5 minutes. 
  9. Serve pan seared halibut with tamarind sauce, Greek potatoes and pomegranate arils. 

Notes

  • You can use fresh or frozen Alaska halibut for this recipe. 
  • Store the leftover tamarind sauce in the fridge in an airtight container for up to seven days. 

Nutrition Information

Calories 280kcal (14%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 280

% Daily Value*

Calories 280kcal 14%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.