Baked Halibut in a Yogurt Sauce Recipe

Name: Baked Halibut in a Yogurt Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 large onions peeled and thinly sliced; 3 tablespoons vegetable oil; 1 teaspoon ginger freshly grated; 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 2 tablespoons coriander seeds ground; 1/4 teaspoon cumin ground; 1/4 teaspoon garam masala; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon sugar; 1/2 x lemon juice; 450 millilitres yogurt natural; 1000 grams halibut fillets 3cm thick; 50 grams butter, unsalted cold, cut up into small chunks

Servings: persons

1 large onions peeled and thinly sliced
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 teaspoon ginger freshly grated
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 tablespoons coriander seeds ground
1/4 teaspoon cumin ground
1/4 teaspoon garam masala
1/4 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon sugar
1/2 x lemon juice
450 millilitres yogurt natural
1000 grams halibut fillets 3cm thick
50 grams butter, unsalted cold, cut up into small chunks

1
Heat the oven to 190C, gas mark 5
2
Lay the onions on the bottom of a large based baking dish, one that is big enough to lay the fish flat in one layer.
3
Cut the fish into four equal sized portions and place on the onions.
4
Mix the Yoghurt with the lemon juice, salt, pepper, garam masala, cumin, coriander, cayenne, ginger and oil, mixing well.
5
Pour the sauce onto the fish, making sure that some of it goes under as well as over.
6
Cover with either a lid or foil and bake in the oven for approximately 30 minutes, or until the fish is cooked.
7
Pour off the sauce from the fish into a saucepan and boil to reduce to about 350ml of liquid.
8
Whisk in the butter, and as soon as it is melted, pour over the fish and serve.

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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.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 large onions peeled and thinly sliced, 3 tablespoons vegetable oil, 1 teaspoon ginger freshly grated, 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper, and more.

Yes, Baked Halibut in a Yogurt Sauce falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Baked Halibut in a Yogurt Sauce

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