Grilled Halibut with Tomato and Caper Sauce Recipe

Name: Grilled Halibut with Tomato and Caper Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil plus more for brushing; 2 cups finely chopped onions; 2 cups chopped fennel; 2 garlic cloves, minced; Two 28-ounce cans Italian plum tomatoes, drained; Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper; 1/4 cup dry white wine; 1/4 cup chicken stock or canned low-sodium broth; 1/4 cup capers, drained and coarsely chopped; 1 cup coarsely chopped basil, plus small leaves for garnish; 2 tablespoons unsalted butter; 8 skinless halibut fillets (6 to 7 ounces each), about 1 inch thick

Servings: persons

1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil plus more for brushing
2 cups finely chopped onions
2 cups chopped fennel
2 garlic cloves, minced
Two 28-ounce cans Italian plum tomatoes, drained
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
1/4 cup dry white wine
1/4 cup chicken stock or canned low-sodium broth
1/4 cup capers, drained and coarsely chopped
1 cup coarsely chopped basil, plus small leaves for garnish
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
8 skinless halibut fillets (6 to 7 ounces each), about 1 inch thick

1
In a large deep skillet, heat 1/3 cup of olive oil.
2
Add the onions and fennel and cook over moderately low heat, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 10 minutes.
3
Add the garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
4
Add the tomatoes to the skillet and break them up with a fork.
5
Season with salt and pepper and cook over low heat until most of the liquid has evaporated, 15 to 20 minutes.
6
Add the wine, stock and capers and cook over low heat for 10 minutes.
7
Stir the chopped basil and the butter into the sauce.
8
Light a grill.
9
Brush the halibut fillets with olive oil and season generously with salt and pepper.
10
Grill over high heat until just cooked through, about 4 minutes per side.
11
Spoon the sauce onto a large deep platter, set the fillets on the sauce and garnish with basil leaves.
12
Serve hot or at room temperature.

387

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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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil plus more for brushing, 2 cups finely chopped onions, 2 cups chopped fennel, 2 garlic cloves, minced, and more.

Yes, Grilled Halibut with Tomato and Caper 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.

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Grilled Halibut with Tomato and Caper Sauce

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