Best 5 Halibut With Tomato Basil Sauce Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary delight with our tantalizing halibut recipes, meticulously curated to offer a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Embark on a culinary journey with our signature halibut with tomato basil sauce, a classic combination that delivers a burst of freshness with every bite. Savor the delicate texture of halibut expertly paired with a savory tomato sauce infused with aromatic basil, creating a harmonious balance of flavors.

For those seeking a lighter option, our baked halibut with lemon and herbs recipe offers a refreshing take on this versatile fish. The zesty lemon and fragrant herbs infuse the halibut with a vibrant citrusy flavor, while the tender flesh melts in your mouth. Alternatively, experience the richness of our pan-fried halibut with brown butter and capers, where crispy skin envelops succulent halibut, complemented by the nutty flavor of brown butter and the piquant tang of capers.

If you prefer a more substantial meal, our halibut fish tacos with avocado crema recipe will satisfy your cravings. Flaky halibut is nestled in warm tortillas, topped with a creamy avocado crema and a medley of fresh vegetables, creating a delightful fusion of flavors and textures. Last but not least, our halibut en papillote recipe showcases the natural flavors of halibut cooked in a parchment paper parcel, allowing the delicate aromas and flavors to mingle and create a truly memorable dining experience.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

GRILLED HALIBUT WITH TOMATO-BASIL SALSA



Grilled Halibut With Tomato-Basil Salsa image

This is an easy fish recipe with light, bright flavors. You can use any mild flavored, firm, white fish; but halibut is my favorite with this. Watch the fish carefully as it cooks, if you overcook it, it will be rubbery. Make sure that the tomato you choose is fully ripe- this will not come out tasting right with under ripe tomatoes.

Provided by IngridH

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 20m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
1 garlic clove, minced or pressed
1/8 teaspoon kosher salt
1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 medium tomatoes, cored seeded and diced
1/2 ounce basil leaves, sliced into ribbons (about 5 large leaves)
8 ounces halibut fillets
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • In a non-reactive bowl, whisk together the oil, vinegar, garlic, salt and pepper.
  • Add the tomatoes and basil, stirring gently to combine. Set aside while you cook the fish.
  • Preheat your grill to medium high.
  • If your fish has skin on it, season the flesh side with salt and pepper. If it has no skin, place the fish on a folded piece of aluminum foil, large enough to hold the fish in one flat layer, coated with cooking spray. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Place the fish on the grill, skin/foil side down. Cook until the fish flakes with a fork, or is barely opaque in the middle. It should still look a little wet in the center.
  • Remove the flesh from the skin (I just leave the skin on the grill and burn it off) or the foil, and place on a serving platter. Stir the salsa, then drizzle over the fish. Serve immediately.

POACHED HALIBUT WITH TOMATO AND BASIL



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Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 (6 to 8-ounce) portions halibut fillets
Salt and pepper
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 clove garlic, crushed
1 shallot, sliced
1/2 cup white wine, eyeball it
1 can diced tomatoes, well drained
1/4 lemon
20 leaves fresh basil, torn or rolled and shredded with your knife, chiffonade

Steps:

  • Season fish with salt and pepper. In a large skillet add the oil. Arrange fish in the pan and turn to coat in oil, then add garlic, shallots and wine. Top each fillet of fish with 1/4 of the tomatoes. Place the pan on the stove top and bring the liquid to a boil over medium high heat. Top the pan with a tight fitting lid and reduce heat to moderate. Cook fish 8 to 10 minutes until opaque and flaky, but not dry. Carefully transfer fish topped with tomatoes to dinner plates or serving plate with a thin spatula. Spoon pan juices over the fish. Squeeze the wedge of lemon over the cooked fish and top each fillet with lots of torn or shredded basil. Serve immediately.

GRILLED HALIBUT STEAKS



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"This recipe called for salmon, but I substituted another fish with delicious results," says Lisa Rowley of North East, Maryland. "It saves me time in the kitchen because all I have to do is mix up the seasoned butter, then turn it over to my husband, who does the grilling.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

3/4 cup butter, softened
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1-1/2 teaspoons dried minced onion
1-1/2 teaspoons garlic salt
1-1/2 teaspoons dried parsley flakes
3/4 teaspoon dill weed
1/4 teaspoon sugar
1/4 teaspoon pepper
4 halibut or swordfish steaks, 1-inch thick

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the first eight ingredients; let stand for 30 minutes. Spread 1 tablespoon herbed butter over each halibut steak., Using long-handled tongs, moisten a paper towel with cooking oil and lightly coat the grill rack. Grill fish, butter side down, covered, over medium heat or broil, buttered side up, 4 in. from the heat for 5-1/2 minutes. , Spread 1 tablespoon herbed butter over each halibut steak; turn and spread with remaining butter. Grill or broil 5-6 minutes longer or until fish flakes easily with a fork.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 756 calories, Fat 43g fat (23g saturated fat), Cholesterol 223mg cholesterol, Sodium 1248mg sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 85g protein.

GRILLED HALIBUT WITH ROSEMARY AND TOMATO-BASIL SAUCE



Grilled Halibut With Rosemary and Tomato-basil Sauce image

Marinating is a great way to bring out the flavor of foods and help them cook faster. The sauce cooks in just 10 minutes.

Provided by Dancer

Categories     Halibut

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 lb halibut fillet
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon dried rosemary
salt & freshly ground black pepper, to taste
1/2 cup diced ripe tomatoes
1/4 cup coarsely chopped fresh basil
2 tablespoons finely chopped scallions
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
1 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil
1/2 teaspoon grated orange rind

Steps:

  • Place halibut in a large, shallow dish.
  • In a small bowl, mix together lemon juice, oil and rosemary.
  • Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Pour marinade over fish and turn to coat both sides.
  • Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or up to 4 hours.
  • Drain fish and place on a greased grill 4 inches from the heat source and cook, turning once, until opaque throughout, about 10 minutes per inch of thickness.
  • Meanwhile, in a small bowl place tomatoes, basil, scallions, vinegar, oil and orange rind.
  • Whisk together until well blended.
  • Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Heat sauce on low heat until warm.
  • Place grilled fish on large serving platter and spoon sauce over top.
  • Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 207.4, Fat 8, SaturatedFat 1.1, Cholesterol 46.5, Sodium 80.3, Carbohydrate 2.1, Fiber 0.6, Sugar 0.8, Protein 30.7

BAKED HALIBUT WITH TOMATO CAPER SAUCE



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This is a pungent tomato sauce that I learned to make in Provence. It goes well with any type of robust fish.

Provided by Martha Rose Shulman

Categories     dinner, weekday, sauces and gravies, main course

Time 1h

Yield Serves 6

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
1/2 medium onion, finely chopped
4 plump garlic cloves, minced or mashed in a mortar and pestle
1/4 cup capers, drained, rinsed and finely chopped or mashed with the garlic in a mortar and pestle
2 pounds tomatoes, peeled, seeded and finely chopped, or 1 28-ounce can diced tomatoes with juice
Salt, preferably kosher salt
freshly ground pepper to taste
Pinch of sugar
1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme leaves
1 tablespoon slivered fresh basil leaves
1 recipe tomato-caper sauce, above
6 6-ounce halibut fillets (Choose Pacific halibut over Atlantic halibut. According to the Environmental Defense Fund and the Blue Ocean Institute, Pacific halibut fisheries have been properly managed, but they are overfished in the Atlantic.)
Salt, preferably kosher salt
freshly ground pepper
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
6 lemon slices

Steps:

  • Heat the olive oil in a large, heavy skillet over medium heat, and add the onion. Cook, stirring often, until tender, three to five minutes, and add the garlic and the capers. Cook, stirring, for three to five minutes, until the onion has softened thoroughly and the mixture is fragrant. Add the tomatoes, salt, pepper and a pinch of sugar. Stir in the thyme, bring to a simmer and cook, stirring often, for 15 to 20 minutes, until the sauce is thick and fragrant. Taste and adjust seasonings. Serve hot or cold.
  • Make the sauce as directed and keep warm.
  • Preheat the oven to 450 degrees. Oil a baking dish large enough for the fish to lie flat. Season the fish with salt and pepper, and arrange in the baking dish. Drizzle the olive oil over the fillets, and place a round of lemon on each one. Cover the dish tightly with foil, and place in the oven. Bake 15 minutes. Check the fish; if you can cut into it with a fork, it is done. If it doesn't yield, (halibut fillets tend to be thick can take time to cook), cover and return to the oven for five minutes. Remove from the oven, and check again. Remove the lemon slices from the fish.
  • Place a spoonful of sauce on each plate, and place a piece of fish partially on top. Spoon some of the liquid from the baking dish over the fish. If you wish, top the fish with another spoonful of sauce, garnish with basil leaves and serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 254, UnsaturatedFat 5 grams, Carbohydrate 15 grams, Fat 8 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 34 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 984 milligrams, Sugar 6 grams

Tips:

  • Choose the freshest halibut fillet. Look for firm, moist flesh that is white or slightly pink in color. Avoid any fillets that have a slimy or off odor.
  • Pat the halibut dry before cooking. This will help the fish to brown evenly and prevent it from steaming.
  • Season the halibut liberally with salt and pepper. This will help to enhance the flavor of the fish.
  • Use a good quality olive oil for cooking the fish. This will help to prevent the fish from sticking to the pan and will also add flavor.
  • Cook the halibut over medium heat. This will help to prevent the fish from overcooking and becoming dry.
  • Baste the halibut with the tomato basil sauce while it is cooking. This will help to keep the fish moist and flavorful.
  • Serve the halibut with your favorite sides. Some good options include roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or rice.

Conclusion:

Halibut with tomato basil sauce is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The combination of flaky halibut, tangy tomato sauce, and fresh basil is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy seafood recipe, give this one a try!

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