Baked Halibut Recipe (easy, flaky, and quick!)

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this simple Grilled Halibut Recipe This is my go-to method for cooking halibut to perfection, using the same Grilled Halibut and baked cod.The fish’s delicate texture and mild flavor make halibut recipes just as delicious as those more expensive ones fish recipes, but at a lower price. With a little butter and simple spices, it melts in your mouth!

Ingredients and Substitutes

This section describes how to choose the best ingredients for your baked halibut recipe, the role each ingredient plays in the recipe, and substitution options.For measurements, see recipe card below.

• flounder – Flounder is a saltwater flounder that has a mild flavor and a fine, flaky texture, very similar to other whitefish.taste a bit similar halibutsoles and haddock. Choose fresh flounder fillets that have a firm texture and no strong smell. You can also buy frozen and thaw with cold water (or overnight in the fridge) before cooking.
• Oil – I used regular olive oilbut you can also use extra virgin olive oil, avocado oil, or your favorite neutral cooking oil.
• butter – Melted butter for extra flavor and combined with olive oil. I prefer to use unsalted so I can adjust the salt individually, but you can also use salted and reduce the amount of added salt a bit. For a dairy-free option, you can use just 2 tablespoons of olive oil instead of 1 tablespoon each of butter and oil.
• lemon juice – As with other fish, can brighten up halibut recipes.You can use fresh lemon juice (or even lime juice), or grab bottled For convenience.
• spices – seasons and smoked paprika (or regular), garlic powderSea Salt And Black Pepper.

Variations: Try other seasonings!

Try a pinch of cayenne for some heat, or dried herbs like thyme or oregano for a salty kick.For more intense heat and flavor, replace all seasonings in the halibut recipe with Lemon Pepper SeasoningCaribbean Sea dry seasoningor spicy Indian seasoning instead.

How to Cook Halibut

This section shows how to make baked halibut, with step-by-step photos and details about the technique to help you get a feel for it.For full instructions, including amounts and temperatures, see recipe card below.

1. Prepare. If the fish is frozen, thaw it and pat the fillets dry with paper towels.place them in a framed pan Or place in a baking dish without overlapping.
2. brush. In a small bowl, whisk together melted butter, olive oil, and lemon juice. Brush butter mixture on both sides of halibut.
3. season. In a separate small bowl, whisk together paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper and season generously with seasoning mixture.

4. bake. Cook the halibut recipe in the oven until it flakes easily with a fork. You can serve as is or garnish with a lemon slice and a little fresh parsley.

Tip: Use a meat thermometer.

Times may vary depending on the thickness of the fish, so for best results, use meat thermometer 10 minutes later. The ideal internal temperature for moist, flaked fish is 135-140 degrees Fahrenheit. You can cook it up to 145°F, but the fish will start to get a bit dry at this point.

storage instructions

• shop: Store leftover halibut recipe in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• Reheat: Bake at 325°F until warm, or microwave on low power briefly.
• freeze: Place in an airtight container or ziplock bag, remove as much air as possible, and freeze for up to 2-3 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating.

What to Serve with Halibut Recipes

This easy halibut recipe goes well with almost any side dish! Here are some simple ideas:

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Baked Halibut Recipe (easy, flaky, and quick!)

This baked halibut recipe makes flaky butterfish in 20 minutes! Learn how to cook halibut simply with olive oil, butter, lemon, and spices.

Prepare: 5 minute

chef: 15 minute

all: 20 minute

Serving Size: 4 (Adjust according to recipe ratio)

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1. Preheat oven to 400°F (204°C).Pat the fillets dry with paper towels and place on a rimmed baking sheet bakeware.

2. In a small bowl, whisk together melted butter, olive oil, and lemon juice. Brush butter mixture on both sides of each fillet.

3. In another small bowl, stir together paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Season both sides generously with seasoning mixture.

4. Bake the flounder in the oven 12-15 minutesuntil the fish flakes easily with a fork or the internal temperature reaches 140°F (60°C). (You can cook to 145°F if you prefer, but it will be moister and more tender at 140°F.) Times may vary depending on the thickness of the fish, so check 10 minutes.

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recipe notes

Serving Size: 1 halibut fillet

nutrient content

Amount per serving. Serving sizes in recipe instructions above.

calories 159

fat 9.1 grams

protein 17.9 grams

total carbohydrates 1.3 grams

net carbs 0.9 grams

fiber 0.4 grams

sugar 0.3 grams

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