Ingredients
Olive oil
Freshly minced garlic
Lemon zest and fresh lemon juice
Kosher salt
Black pepper
Smoked paprika
Ground cumin
Fresh herbs such as thyme, parsley, and basil (optional)
Halibut fillets, 4 to 6 ounces each, ½-inch thick
Lemon wedges for serving
Instructions
1. In a small bowl, combine olive oil, minced garlic, lemon zest, lemon juice, kosher salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, ground cumin, and optional fresh herbs. Let sit for 10 minutes.
2. Pat halibut fillets dry and coat with the olive oil mixture evenly.
3. Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat and lightly oil the grates.
4. Grill halibut for about 2 minutes per side over medium-high heat. Reduce to medium and continue grilling for another 2 to 4 minutes per side until cooked through.
5. Serve with lemon wedges and optionally top with garlic thyme butter or fresh herb sauce.
Last Step:
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🌿 Halibut is perfect for grilling due to its firm texture.
🍋 Avoid zesting the white pith of the lemon to keep flavors pure and unbitter.
🔍 Use a thermometer to achieve the perfect doneness at 145°F (63°C).
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Optional Marinating Time: 0-120 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Pescatarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 374mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 75mg