Garlic Herb Butter Halibut with Creamy Mushroom Sauce

This rich and flavourful halibut dish skips the lemon but delivers plenty of depth with a creamy garlic mushroom sauce. Perfect for a cosy dinner!

Ingredients:

• 2 halibut fillets (approx. 150g each)
• 2 tbsp unsalted butter
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• ½ tsp salt
• ¼ tsp black pepper
• ½ tsp smoked paprika (optional for extra depth)
• 1 tsp fresh thyme (or ½ tsp dried)
• 200g mushrooms (sliced – button, cremini, or wild mix)
• 100ml double cream
• 50ml white wine or vegetable stock
• 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)

Instructions:

1. Season & Sear the Halibut:

   • Pat the halibut fillets dry and season both sides with salt, pepper, and paprika.
   • Heat olive oil in a pan over medium-high heat and sear the fillets for 3-4 minutes on one side until golden brown.
   • Flip, reduce heat to medium, and add 1 tbsp butter. Cook for another 3-4 minutes, basting with the melted butter. Remove and set aside.

2. Make the Creamy Mushroom Sauce:

   • In the same pan, add the remaining butter and sauté the garlic for 30 seconds.
   • Add the sliced mushrooms and thyme, cooking until softened (about 3-4 minutes).
   • Pour in the white wine (or stock), letting it reduce slightly.
   • Stir in the double cream, cooking for 2 minutes until thickened.

3. Assemble & Serve:

   • Return the halibut to the pan, spoon the sauce over the fillets, and let it warm through for a minute.
   • Garnish with fresh parsley and serve with mashed potatoes, rice, or roasted vegetables.

Enjoy!

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