Halibut with Avocado Mash and Green Papaya Slaw Recipe

Name: Halibut with Avocado Mash and Green Papaya Slaw
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 cups water; 4 shallots, thinly sliced; 6 garlic cloves, halved; 12 thyme sprigs; 2 tablespoons black peppercorns; 2 tablespoons kosher salt; 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil; 1 lemon, halved; 2 tablespoons sugar; 3 tablespoons rice vinegar; Crushed red pepper; 1 pound green papayapeeled seeded and julienned (2 cups); Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper; 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice; 1 large Hass avocado, mashed; Four 6-ounce skinless halibut fillets

Servings: persons

8 cups water
4 shallots, thinly sliced
6 garlic cloves, halved
12 thyme sprigs
2 tablespoons black peppercorns
2 tablespoons kosher salt
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 lemon, halved
2 tablespoons sugar
3 tablespoons rice vinegar
Crushed red pepper
1 pound green papayapeeled seeded and julienned (2 cups)
Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
1 large Hass avocado, mashed
Four 6-ounce skinless halibut fillets

1
In a large saucepan, combine the water, shallots, garlic, thyme, peppercorns, kosher salt and oil.
2
Squeeze the lemon over the saucepan and add to the pan.
3
Bring to a boil, then simmer for 30 minutes.
4
Meanwhile, in a microwave-safe bowl, mix the sugar and vinegar and microwave at high power for 1 minute; stir to dissolve the sugar.
5
Add a pinch of crushed red pepper and the green papaya.
6
Season with sea salt and black pepper and toss to coat.
7
In a small bowl, mash the lime juice into the avocado and season with sea salt and crushed red pepper.
8
Place the halibut in a deep, medium skillet, leaving some space between the fillets.
9
Strain enough of the aromatic poaching liquid over the fish to just cover it.
10
Simmer the halibut gently over very low heat just until the fish flakes easily with a fork, about 10 minutes.
11
Spoon the mashed avocado onto 4 plates and top with the halibut.
12
Using a slotted spoon, mound the papaya slaw on the fish and serve right away.

701

kcal

Calories

Fat

132

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 cups water, 4 shallots, thinly sliced, 6 garlic cloves, halved, 12 thyme sprigs, and more.

Yes, Halibut with Avocado Mash and Green Papaya Slaw 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.

Halibut with Avocado Mash and Green Papaya Slaw

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