Roasted Halibut with Plantain and Cilantro-Lime Glaze
Prep
15 mins
Cook
25 mins
Servings
4
Difficulty
Easy
This is one of my favorite weeknight dinners because it comes together in under an hour and tastes like you've been cooking all day. Halibut is such a lean, protein rich fish that makes me feel good about what I'm eating, and when you pair it with crispy roasted plantains and a bright cilantro lime glaze, it becomes something truly special. The glaze is where the magic happens, with fresh lime juice and garlic creating this vibrant sauce that ties everything together beautifully. Best of all, this meal is simple enough for a busy Tuesday but impressive enough to serve when friends come over.
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Ingredients
- 4 pieceshalibut fillets(6 oz each, skin removed)
- 2green plantains(peeled and cut into 2-inch wedges)
- 4 tablespoonsolive oil
- 1 teaspoonkosher salt
- ½ teaspoonblack pepper
- 118 mlfresh cilantro(loosely packed, chopped)
- 3 tablespoonslime juice
- 2garlic cloves(minced)
- 59 mlred onion(thinly sliced)
- 1 tablespoonfresh thyme
- ¼ teaspoonchili flakes
- 1 teaspoonhoney
Detail level
Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 425°F. Pat halibut fillets dry with paper towels and season both sides with salt, black pepper, and thyme.
Tip: Drying the fish ensures a better sear and prevents sticking to the pan.
- 2
Toss plantain wedges with 2 tablespoons olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 12-15 minutes until golden and tender.
Tip: Start the plantains first as they take longer to cook than the halibut.
- 3
While plantains roast, whisk together cilantro, lime juice, minced garlic, honey, and chili flakes in a small bowl to create the glaze.
- 4
Heat remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
Tip: Using an oven-safe skillet allows you to finish cooking the fish in the oven for even doneness.
- 5
Carefully place halibut fillets in the hot skillet and sear for 2-3 minutes on the first side without moving them.
Tip: Resist the urge to move the fish—this develops a golden crust.
- 6
Flip fillets, then immediately transfer the skillet to the preheated oven. Bake for 8-10 minutes until the fish flakes easily with a fork.
Tip: The fish continues cooking in the oven, ensuring a moist interior.
- 7
Remove skillet from oven and drizzle the cilantro-lime glaze over each halibut fillet. Top with sliced red onion.
- 8
Arrange roasted plantain wedges alongside the halibut on serving plates and serve immediately while hot.
Tip: The warmth of the fish and plantains allows the fresh cilantro glaze to brighten all the components.
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