HALIBUT POACHED IN FENNEL BROTH

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The flavorful broth contains no fat, making this dish an excellent choice for a light and very healthy dinner.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Seafood Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 carrots, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
1 stalk celery, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 bulb fennel, thinly sliced
3 leeks, halved lengthwise, thoroughly cleaned, and thinly sliced
6 parsley stems
8 whole black peppercorns
1 teaspoon fennel seeds
2 bay leaves
Salt
1/2 cup white wine
4 small red potatoes, scrubbed and thinly sliced
4 halibut fillets, (about 8 ounces each)

Steps:

  • In a large, wide saucepan, combine carrots, celery, half the fennel, leeks, parsley stems, peppercorns, fennel seeds, bay leaves, salt, wine, and 4 cups water, and bring to a boil. Lower heat, and simmer, covered, for 25 minutes. Strain, reserving liquid and discarding solids.
  • Return liquid to pan; simmer for 5 minutes over medium heat. Add potatoes and remaining fennel to the broth. Simmer for 5 minutes. Add halibut fillets, and cover. If liquid does not cover fish, add water until it does. Turn heat down to lowest setting.
  • Cook until fillets are just opaque, 10 to 15 minutes (start checking after 7 minutes). Be careful not to overcook.
  • Place a fillet in each of four shallow bowls. Divide vegetables among bowls, top with a little broth, and serve immediately.

Kevin Gunning
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This recipe is a great way to cook halibut. The fish is cooked perfectly and the fennel broth is delicious. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


David jeanlouis
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I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my halibut turned out dry and overcooked. The fennel broth was also a bit too salty.


Sandra Lawson
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This halibut dish was a delightful surprise! I've never been a big fan of halibut, but this recipe changed my mind. The fish was cooked perfectly and the fennel broth was so flavorful and aromatic. I'll definitely be making this again.


Sarah Zaza
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This recipe was a bit too bland for my taste. I think I would have preferred more seasoning.


Kishwar Tariq
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I made this dish for a dinner party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the halibut and the fennel broth. I'll definitely be making this again.


AL. Haider media live streaming
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This halibut dish was one of the best fish dishes I've ever had. The fennel broth was so flavorful and unique, and the halibut was cooked perfectly. I highly recommend this recipe.


Sahin Islam
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This dish was a bit too complicated for my taste. I think I would have preferred a simpler recipe.


Haseeb Syed
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I love the combination of flavors in this dish. The fennel and orange really complement each other, and the halibut is cooked perfectly. I'll definitely be making this again.


Tony Martinez
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This dish was surprisingly easy to make, and the results were fantastic! The halibut was cooked to perfection, and the fennel broth was so flavorful and aromatic. I'll definitely be making this again.


Bobo Fera
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Not a fan. The halibut was overcooked and the fennel broth was bland. I wouldn't recommend this recipe.


Martha Akor
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This recipe is a keeper! The halibut was so moist and flavorful, and the fennel broth was so light and refreshing. I'll definitely be making this again.


Nicole Wilson
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The fennel broth was amazing! I could drink it like a soup. The halibut was cooked perfectly, and the combination of flavors was just incredible.


bzs83x
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This dish was a bit too fishy for my taste. I think I would have preferred a different type of fish, like salmon or tilapia.


pir zada
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I've never cooked halibut before, but this recipe made it so easy! The fish turned out perfectly tender and flaky, and the fennel broth was delicious. Will definitely be making this again.


the Huntsman
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This halibut dish was absolutely divine! The fennel broth was so flavorful and really brought out the natural sweetness of the fish. I served it with roasted vegetables and a side of quinoa, and it was the perfect meal.