Baked Halibut with Lemon and Butter
Baked halibut is a simple yet elegant dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The fish is cooked in a parchment paper packet with lemon, butter, and herbs, resulting in a moist and flavorful dish. This recipe is easy to follow and can be tailored to your own taste preferences.
Halibut is a large, flatfish that is found in the North Pacific Ocean. It is a popular food fish due to its mild flavor and firm texture. Halibut can be cooked in a variety of ways, but baking it in a parchment paper packet is one of the simplest and most effective methods. This method of cooking helps to keep the fish moist and prevents it from drying out. The lemon, butter, and herbs add flavor and complexity to the dish.
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Prep time: 10 | Cook time: 20 | Serves: 2
Ingredients
  • 1 pound halibut fillets
  • 1 lemon, sliced
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  2. Cut two pieces of parchment paper large enough to wrap the halibut fillets.
  3. Place one piece of parchment paper on a baking sheet.
  4. Place the halibut fillets on the parchment paper.
  5. Top the halibut fillets with the lemon slices, butter, thyme, and oregano.
  6. Salt and pepper the halibut fillets to taste.
  7. Wrap the parchment paper around the halibut fillets, folding the edges to seal the packet.
  8. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the halibut is cooked through.
Why It Works
  • Parchment paper packets are a great way to cook fish because they help to keep the fish moist and prevent it from drying out.
  • The lemon, butter, and herbs add flavor and complexity to the dish.
  • This recipe is easy to follow and can be tailored to your own taste preferences.