Braised Halibut With Tarragon And Chives Recipe

Name: Braised Halibut With Tarragon And Chives
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Poaching Liquid; 1 cup water; 1 cup riesling wine or 1 cup other white wine; 3/4 cup chopped onion; 1/2 cup chopped celery; 1 lemon, sliced; Halibut; 1 tablespoon unsalted butter; 1/2 small onion, minced; 6 (6 ounce) halibut fillets; coarse salt; 1 tablespoon fresh tarragon; 2 tablespoons finely chopped chives; 1 lemon, cut into six wedges

Servings: persons

Poaching Liquid
1 cup water
1 cup riesling wine or 1 cup other white wine
3/4 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup chopped celery
1 lemon, sliced
Halibut
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
1/2 small onion, minced
6 (6 ounce) halibut fillets
coarse salt
1 tablespoon fresh tarragon
2 tablespoons finely chopped chives
1 lemon, cut into six wedges

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For the poaching liquid:
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In a medium heavy saucepan combine water, wine, onions, celery and lemon and simmer for 15 minutes.
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Strain and keep warm.
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For the Halibut:
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In a large heavy frying pan melt the butter over medium heat and saute onions until translucent, about five minutes.
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Season fish with salt and add to pan.
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Pour poaching liquid around the fish along with tarragon and simmer gently for eight minutes or until fish is firm to the touch and white in the centre.
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Using a slotted spoon, remove the fish to a heated platter.
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Add chives and a little of the poaching liquid and lemon wedges.
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Serve at once.

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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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Poaching Liquid, 1 cup water, 1 cup riesling wine or 1 cup other white wine, 3/4 cup chopped onion, and more.

Yes, Braised Halibut With Tarragon And Chives 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.

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Braised Halibut With Tarragon And Chives

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