HALIBUT WITH BROWN BUTTER, LEMON AND SAGE

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This is a simple method for cooking firm, white-fleshed fish on the stovetop from start to finish. If halibut is not available, use thick flounder fillets, snapper, grouper or large sea scallops. The flavor of sage permeates the quick, easy pan sauce and the buttery bread crumbs provide crunchy texture.

Provided by David Tanis

Categories dinner, easy, quick, weekday, seafood, main course

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

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Ingredients

About 1 1/2 pounds halibut fillets (or other firm white-fleshed fish), cut into 4 pieces
Salt and black pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
12 to 15 fresh sage leaves
2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
1/4 cup coarse homemade bread crumbs, toasted
2 tablespoons finely chopped parsley
Lemon wedges, for serving

Steps:

Season fish on both sides with plenty of salt and pepper.
Pour oil into a large, heavy skillet (preferably cast iron or nonstick) and set over medium-high heat. When oil is hot (but not smoking), swirl to evenly coat the pan, then add fish in a single layer. Let cook undisturbed for 3 to 4 minutes, until first side is nicely browned. Adjust the heat as needed to produce a steady sizzle and prevent scorching.
Flip and cook fish for about another 3 minutes, until just done. (To test for doneness, use a fork to gently probe the flesh: it should flake easily.) Transfer cooked fish to a warm platter or serving plates.
Make the sauce: Place skillet back on the stove over medium-high heat. Add butter and sage leaves. Cook butter, swirling the pan, until foamy and just beginning to brown, about 1 minute. Turn off heat and stir in lemon juice.
Spoon butter sauce and sage leaves over fish. Sprinkle with bread crumbs and parsley. Serve immediately, with lemon wedges.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 357, UnsaturatedFat 11 grams, Carbohydrate 8 grams, Fat 21 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 33 grams, SaturatedFat 9 grams, Sodium 490 milligrams, Sugar 1 gram, TransFat 0 grams

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netsanet belay

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I've made this dish several times now and it's always a hit with my guests.

Carol Lewis

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This recipe was easy to follow and the results were delicious. I would definitely recommend it.

Jeff Wolkove

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I'm not a big fan of fish, but this dish was surprisingly good. The halibut was cooked perfectly and the sauce was very flavorful.

Gibrail Nunes

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This dish is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's definitely worth it. The halibut is cooked to perfection and the sauce is amazing.

Harley Evans

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I love this recipe! The halibut is always cooked perfectly and the sauce is so flavorful.

Shakeel Shakeel

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This was my first time cooking halibut and it turned out perfectly! The recipe was easy to follow and the results were amazing.

sajib saha

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I've made this dish several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser.

MD Sohel islam

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This dish was easy to make and turned out great! I would definitely recommend it.

Charles Elochukwu (Messi jnr)

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I was a bit hesitant to try this recipe because I'm not a big fan of fish, but I'm so glad I did! The halibut was cooked perfectly and the sauce was amazing.