Olive Oil Poached Halibut with Capers and Thyme
Delicate halibut gently poached in fragrant olive oil with briny capers and earthy thyme, delivering subtle elegance on a Mediterranean plate.
380kcal
46gProtein
1gCarbs
21gFat
0.3gFibre
Ingredients
- 1 halibut fillet (200g)
- 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 3 tbsp capers, drained
- 3 cloves garlic, sliced
- 2 sprigs fresh thyme
- 1 bay leaf
- salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
Method
- Combine olive oil, garlic, capers, thyme, bay leaf, and red pepper flakes in a saucepan; warm gently over low heat for 3 minutes.
- Season halibut with salt and pepper; carefully place into the warm oil.
- Poach for 10–12 minutes until fish is opaque and flakes easily (internal temperature 63°C/145°F).
- Transfer fish to a plate and pour some of the infused oil and capers over the top.
- Drizzle with fresh lemon juice and serve warm.
AI-generated recipe — cook foods to safe internal temperatures and check ingredients for allergens. Nutrition is a per-serving estimate.
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