Bag Poached Halibut With Green Bean Salad Recipe

Name: Bag Poached Halibut With Green Bean Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 halibut fillet, skin on; 1 ounce butter; white wine; 1 sprig rosemary; sea salt; fresh ground black pepper; 12 lemon, juice of; 7 ounces green beans; mustard greens; 12 cherry tomatoes, quartered; 4 tablespoons olive oil; 2 tablespoons lemon juice; rosemary, to garnish

Servings: persons

1 halibut fillet, skin on
1 ounce butter
white wine
1 sprig rosemary
sea salt
fresh ground black pepper
12 lemon, juice of
7 ounces green beans
mustard greens
12 cherry tomatoes, quartered
4 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons lemon juice
rosemary, to garnish

1
Squeeze a small zip-lock bag tightly so that as much of the air is removed as possible.
2
Put the halibut, butter, white wine, rosemary, salt, pepper and lemon juice into it.
3
Zip it up and cook in a large pan of simmering water for 10 minutes.
4
Remove the bag from the pan, remove the fish and keep warm.
5
Pour the juices into a bowl and whisk until thick to make a sauce.
6
Meanwhile, cook the green beans in a pan of boiling water for 5 minutes, until slightly al dente.
7
Drain and toss together with the mustard leaves, tomatoes, olive oil and lemon juice.
8
Spoon the salad onto a plate, top with the halibut and pour the sauce over.
9
Dress with a sprig of rosemary and serve straight away.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 halibut fillet, skin on, 1 ounce butter, white wine, 1 sprig rosemary, and more.

Yes, Bag Poached Halibut With Green Bean Salad falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Bag Poached Halibut With Green Bean Salad

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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