Blackened Halibut
Blackened Halibut is a quick, easy dinner recipe that’s perfect for busy weeknights. It takes just 15 minutes and a handful of ingredients to get this spicy, smoky seafood meal on the table. The Avocado Lime Crema helps to balance out the spice and add a little more zest to the dish.
Servings: 4
Calories: 323kcal
Ingredients
Blackened Halibut
- 1 1/2 pounds halibut fillets (thawed)
- 2 tablespoons blackening seasoning
- 1 tablespoon avocado oil (or butter)
Avocado Lime Crema
- 1 avocado
- 1 lime (juiced)
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup fresh cilantro
- pinch salt
Instructions
Blackened Halibut
- Season both sides of the halibut fillets with the blackening seasoning and press it into the fish.
- Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Once hot, add the fillets and cook for 3-5 minutes per side or until the seasoning is charred and the fish is opaque and flakes easily. It should reach an internal temperature of 145°F on a meat thermometer inserted into the center of the thickest portion.
Avocado Lime Crema
- To make the Avocado Lime Crema, combine the flesh from the avocado, lime juice, sour cream, cilantro, and salt in a blender cup or food processor. Blend until smooth and creamy, taste, and adjust seasoning if needed.
- Serve the fillets topped with the avocado sauce and serve.
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Notes
Tips and Techniques
- If you have very thick halibut fillets, you may want to transfer the skillet (make sure it’s oven-proof) to the oven set at 350°F to finish cooking.
- To make blackened halibut on the grill, set your grill temperature to medium and use a grill basket for fish to more easily turn the fish without it flaking apart.
- Use extra crema with other recipes like tacos, on chicken, or with a variety vegetables. You could also make a half batch, if you’d rather not have any extra.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Use within 3-4 days.
Nutrition
Serving: 1g | Calories: 323kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 33g | Fat: 19g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 98mg | Sodium: 676mg | Potassium: 1035mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 501IU | Vitamin C: 7mg | Calcium: 50mg | Iron: 1mg