Baked Pacific Halibut With Lemon Caper Butter

Name: Baked Pacific Halibut With Lemon Caper Butter
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup unsalted butter; 1 tablespoon capers, minced; 2 tablespoons green onions, minced; 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice; 6 halibut fillets (about 6 ounces each); 1 teaspoon coarse salt; 3 tablespoons Dijon mustard; 1 1/2 cups fresh white breadcrumbs; 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped; 2 lemons, halved

Servings: persons

1
Adjust rack to center of oven and preheat to 400u00b0F
2
Combine butter, capers, onion and lemon juice in food processor and pulse to blend. Set aside.
3
Place each halibut fillet on dry surface and sprinkle with salt.
4
Smear tops and sides of fillets with mustard and coat with bread crumbs and parsley.
5
Coat bottom of baking pan with half of the lemon-caper butter. Place fillets skin side down in pan and dot each fillet with remaining lemon-caper butter.
6
Bake until crusty and golden on the outside and moist and flaky in the middle, 15-20 minutes.
7
Carefully transfer baked fish to warm platter. Squeeze the lemons into the butter and drippins left of baking sheet and transfer to small bowl. Whisk together thoroughly and pour over fish. Serve immediately.

365

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Protein

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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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup unsalted butter, 1 tablespoon capers, minced, 2 tablespoons green onions, minced, 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, and more.

Yes, Baked Pacific Halibut With Lemon Caper Butter 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!