Halibut, Clams, And Pancetta With Escarole Recipe

Name: Halibut, Clams, And Pancetta With Escarole
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth; 6 thin slices lemon; 1 garlic clove, chopped; 10 sprigs fresh thyme; 1 dried bay leaf; 1 teaspoon pepper, divided; 1 bunch escarole, leaves separated; 16 small clams in the shell; 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil; 4 ounces thinly sliced pancetta; 4 halibut fillets (1 lb. total); 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt; 2 tablespoons unsalted butter; 1/4 cup flat-leaf parsley leaves

Servings: persons

2 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
6 thin slices lemon
1 garlic clove, chopped
10 sprigs fresh thyme
1 dried bay leaf
1 teaspoon pepper, divided
1 bunch escarole, leaves separated
16 small clams in the shell
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
4 ounces thinly sliced pancetta
4 halibut fillets (1 lb. total)
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1/4 cup flat-leaf parsley leaves

1
Bring broth, lemon, garlic, thyme, bay leaf, and 1/2 tsp. pepper to a boil in a large pot. Reduce heat and add escarole and clams. Cover pot; simmer until clams open, about 15 minutes.
2
Heat oil in a large frying pan over medium-high heat. Add pancetta and cook until crisp, about 4 minutes. With a slotted spoon, transfer pancetta to a paper towel.
3
Sprinkle fish with salt and remaining 1/2 tsp. pepper. Lay fish in pan and cook over medium heat until bottom edge looks browned, 3 to 5 minutes. Add butter, then turn fish over and cook until opaque in center, about 3 minutes.
4
Spoon escarole and clams into 4 serving bowls, pouring in just enough broth to cover. Top each with a fish fillet, a few pieces of fried pancetta, and a few parsley leaves.
5
Note: Nutritional analysis is per serving.

381

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth, 6 thin slices lemon, 1 garlic clove, chopped, 10 sprigs fresh thyme, and more.

Yes, Halibut, Clams, And Pancetta With Escarole 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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Halibut, Clams, And Pancetta With Escarole

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