Broiled Halibut With Bechamel Sauce Recipes

BROILED HALIBUT WITH SUMMER HERBS

Steps:

• Position a rack in the upper third of the oven; preheat to 450 degrees F. Cut the halibut into 4 pieces; arrange on a foil-lined baking sheet, cut-side down. Squeeze 1 lemon half over the fish and season with salt and pepper; spread the mayonnaise over the tops. Bake until the fish is almost cooked through, 6 to 7 minutes. Switch the oven to broil. Broil the fish until the tops are golden, about 3 minutes.
• Meanwhile, combine the chives, dill and parsley in a small bowl; set aside. Toss the arugula with the juice of the remaining lemon half and 1 tablespoon olive oil; season with salt and pepper.
• Top each fish fillet with the herb mixture. Drizzle the arugula salad and tomatoes with the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil; season with salt and pepper. Serve with lemon wedges.

BROILED HALIBUT WITH RICOTTA-PEA PUREE

Steps:

• Preheat the broiler. Line a broiler pan with foil and preheat 5 minutes.
• Meanwhile, brush the carrots and onion with 1 tablespoon olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Brush the fish with the remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil, season with salt and pepper and sprinkle with the paprika; brush to coat the fish evenly with paprika.
• Carefully remove the pan from the oven, place the fish in the center and scatter the onion and carrots around. Broil until the fish is golden and just cooked through, 8 to 10 minutes.
• Meanwhile, microwave the peas in a bowl with 1/4 cup water until just tender, about 4 minutes. Transfer the peas and liquid to a food processor and pulse with the ricotta, butter and a pinch of salt to make a slightly chunky puree. Divide the puree among plates and top with the fish, carrots, onion and pan juices.

BROILED HALIBUT

Steps:

• Combine the above marinade ingredients in a non metallic container.
• Marinate halibut steaks in this mixture for an hour, turning the halibut steaks after 30 minutes to ensure they are marinated equally on both sides.
• Remove from the marinade and let excess marinade drain off of steaks.
• Place the halibut steaks on a broiler pan, making sure they are not touching each other.
• Place the pan about 4 inches underneath the broiler element.
• Broil about 10 minutes per inch of thickness measured at the thickest part, or until the fish flakes when tested with a fork.
• This dish may be garnished with lemon wedges and a small parsley sprig.

BROILED HALIBUT WITH LEMON AND HERBS

Steps:

• In a small mixing bowl, combine 1/4 cup butter, shallots, dill weed, parsley, mustard, lemon juice, garlic and salt; mix well.
• Rinse halibut steaks in cold water and pat dry on paper towels.
• In a 8 inch x 8 inch oven proof casserole dish, add 1 tablespoon of butter and 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Place under the broiler on HIGH heat for about 2 minutes or until the butter has melted.
• Place the halibut steaks in the casserole dish.
• Spread one half the lemon/herb mixture equally over each steak.
• Place under the broiler on HIGH heat and broil for 6 minutes.
• Turn halibut steaks over and spread the remaining lemon/herb mixture evenly over the steaks.
• Continue to broil on HIGH heat for another 5 to 6 minutes or until fish flakes easily with a fork. Do not overcook the fish.
• Serve with cooked basmati brown rice.
• You may also use finely chopped chives or green onions instead of the shallots.

BROILED HALIBUT WITH BECHAMEL SAUCE RECIPE

Steps:

• Cook's Note: The halibut can be substituted with 24 ounces of sole fillets. Reduce the cooking time in the wine mixture to 3 to 4 minutes. Spray a 7 by 11-inch glass baking dish with cooking spray. Set aside. For the bechamel sauce: In a 2-quart saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the flour and whisk until smooth, about 2 minutes. Gradually add the warm milk, whisking constantly to prevent lumps. Simmer over medium heat, whisking constantly, until the sauce is thick and smooth, about 10 minutes. Remove the pan from the heat and stir in the cheese, salt, pepper, and nutmeg. For the halibut: In a large saucepan, bring the wine and water to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce the heat to a simmer and add the halibut. Cover the pan and cook until the flesh is opaque, 8 to 10 minutes. Using a fish spatula, carefully remove the fish and arrange in a single layer in the prepared baking dish. Season with salt and pepper. Preheat a broiler. Spoon the bechamel sauce over the fish and top with the Parmesan. Dot with butter and broil until golden, 2 to 4 minutes.