Halibut With Hazelnut Crust Recipe

Name: Halibut With Hazelnut Crust
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 red apple; 3 Tbsp. olive oil; 2 tsp. minced shallots; 2 tsp. sugar; 1/4 c. lemon juice; 2 tsp. Dijon mustard; 1/2 c. vegetable oil; 1 1/2 tsp. salt; 1 tsp. lemon zest; 1/2 tsp. thyme; pinch of cayenne pepper; 1 Tbsp. water; 1 1/2 c. hazelnuts, almonds, walnuts or pecans; pinch of dry mustard; 1 1/4 tsp. salt; 1/4 tsp. cayenne pepper; 1 Tbsp. grated lemon zest; 1 tsp. thyme; 1 1/4 lb. halibut fillet; 1/4 c. oleo, melted; 3 to 4 Tbsp. vegetable oil

Servings: persons

1 red apple
3 Tbsp. olive oil
2 tsp. minced shallots
2 tsp. sugar
1/4 c. lemon juice
2 tsp. Dijon mustard
1/2 c. vegetable oil
1 1/2 tsp. salt
1 tsp. lemon zest
1/2 tsp. thyme
pinch of cayenne pepper
1 Tbsp. water
1 1/2 c. hazelnuts, almonds, walnuts or pecans
pinch of dry mustard
1 1/4 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. cayenne pepper
1 Tbsp. grated lemon zest
1 tsp. thyme
1 1/4 lb. halibut fillet
1/4 c. oleo, melted
3 to 4 Tbsp. vegetable oil

1
Cut apple in half and core.
2
Chop 1/2; reserve other 1/2 for garnish.
3
In small skillet over medium-low heat, heat olive oil and add chopped apple.
4
Cook 1 minute, then add shallots and sugar. Continue cooking until apple is tender, 1 minute.
5
Add lemon juice and remove from heat.
6
Cool, then puree in blender until smooth. Pour pureed mixture into bowl.
7
Add the Dijon then slowly whisk in the oil.
8
Add the 1 teaspoon lemon zest, 1/2 teaspoon thyme and season with 1 1/2 teaspoons salt and pinch of cayenne pepper.
9
Stir in the water.
10
Cut the remaining 1/2 apple into 1/4-inch dices. Toss with dressing; refrigerate.

1581

kcal

Calories

161

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

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

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 21 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 red apple, 3 Tbsp. olive oil, 2 tsp. minced shallots, 2 tsp. sugar, and more.

Yes, Halibut With Hazelnut Crust 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 With Hazelnut Crust

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Variations & substitutions

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