Healthy Halibut with Buerre Blanc
Healthy Halibut with Buerre Blanc is a delightful dish that brings sophistication to your dining table, making it perfect for both special occasions and weeknight dinners. The tender halibut cheeks are beautifully complemented by a rich, buttery beurre blanc sauce, crafted from shallots, white wine, and fresh lemon juice. This recipe is not only quick to prepare—taking just 25 minutes—but also packed with nutrients, offering a satisfying and elegant seafood option. Serve it alongside vibrant vegetables or wholesome grains for a complete meal that will impress your family and friends alike.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: French
Ingredients
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- 1 tablespoon finely chopped shallots
- 2 tablespoons white wine
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 8 tablespoons cold unsalted butter
- 4 to 8 pieces of halibut cheeks
- Salt and white pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook the shallots until soft.
- Add white wine and lemon juice; simmer until reduced by half.
- Lower the heat and whisk in cold unsalted butter until smooth. Season with salt and white pepper.
- Heat oil in another skillet over medium-high heat. Season halibut with salt and pepper.
- Cook halibut cheeks for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the halibut before serving; drizzle with beurre blanc sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 halibut cheek (approximately 100g)
- Calories: 325
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 75mg