Description
Heavenly Halibut is a delicious and easy-to-make baked fish dish with a creamy, flavorful topping that pairs perfectly with the mild taste of halibut. This recipe is sure to impress your family and friends with its rich and savory flavors.
Ingredients
Halibut Fillets:
4 halibut fillets (about 6 oz each)
Mayonnaise Mixture:
1/2 cup mayonnaise, 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, 2 tablespoons lemon juice, 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened, 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/4 teaspoon onion powder, salt and pepper to taste
Garnish:
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (optional), lemon wedges for serving
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a baking dish and place the halibut fillets inside in a single layer.
- Prepare the Topping: In a small bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, Parmesan cheese, lemon juice, butter, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Top the Fillets: Spoon the mixture evenly over the top of each fillet, spreading to cover completely.
- Bake: Bake uncovered for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the fish flakes easily with a fork and the topping is golden and bubbly.
- Rest and Serve: Remove from the oven and let rest for a couple of minutes. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve with lemon wedges.
Notes
- This dish pairs well with rice, steamed vegetables, or a fresh green salad.
- For a spicier version, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the topping mixture.
- You can also substitute cod or another mild white fish if halibut is unavailable.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 halibut fillet
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
