Halibut W/Chipotle Cream Sauce Recipe

Name: Halibut W/Chipotle Cream Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 lbs halibut steaks; ¾ cup milk; 3 canned chipotle chiles; 6 garlic cloves, minced; ½ teaspoon ground cumin; ½ teaspoon onion powder; ½ teaspoon salt; 2 tablespoons butter or 2 tablespoons margarine; 1 ½ tablespoons flour; ½ cup whole milk; ¼ cup low-fat sour cream

Servings: persons

1
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
2
Place halibut in an ovenproof baking dish, and place in preheated oven, and bake for 20 minutes.
3
Meanwhile, combine milk, canned chipotles, garlic, cumin, onion powder, and salt in a blender or food processor and puree until smooth.
4
(this can be made ahead).
5
Heat butter and flour in a large skillet and blend until smooth; add milk and sour cream, whisking until smooth.
6
Stir in chipotle puree, and stir constantly until mixture comes to a boil and thickens; remove from heat.
7
After halibut has baked 20 minutes, remove from oven and drain any fat.
8
Pour chipotle cream over halibut and Replace halibut in oven and bake for about 20 minutes more,.
9
Remove from oven and serve with extra sauce spooned over halibut.

987

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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.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 lbs halibut steaks, ¾ cup milk, 3 canned chipotle chiles, 6 garlic cloves, minced, and more.

Yes, Halibut W/Chipotle Cream 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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Halibut W/Chipotle Cream Sauce

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Variations & substitutions

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