Halibut with Soy-Ginger Dressing Recipe

Name: Halibut with Soy-Ginger Dressing
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon sesame seeds; 1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons soy sauce; 3 tablespoons unseasoned rice vinegar; 2 tablespoons mirin; 2 tablespoons grapeseed oil; 2 teaspoons Asian sesame oil; 2 scallions, thinly sliced on the diagonal; 1/4 cup finely julienned peeled fresh ginger (1 ounce); Six 6-ounce halibut fillets, skinned; Freshly ground pepper; Steamed short-grain rice and steamed spinach or pea shoots, for serving

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon sesame seeds
1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons soy sauce
3 tablespoons unseasoned rice vinegar
2 tablespoons mirin
2 tablespoons grapeseed oil
2 teaspoons Asian sesame oil
2 scallions, thinly sliced on the diagonal
1/4 cup finely julienned peeled fresh ginger (1 ounce)
Six 6-ounce halibut fillets, skinned
Freshly ground pepper
Steamed short-grain rice and steamed spinach or pea shoots, for serving

1
In a small skillet, toast the sesame seeds over moderate heat, stirring a few times until golden, 3 to 4 minutes.
2
In a small bowl, mix the soy sauce with the rice vinegar, mirin, grapeseed and sesame oils, scallions and ginger.
3
In a large, shallow dish, brush the halibut fillets with half of the soy-ginger dressing.
4
Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
5
Preheat the oven to 450.
6
Transfer the halibut to a large, rimmed baking sheet and season with pepper.
7
Bake the fish in the upper third of the oven for 10 to 12 minutes, or until glazed and just cooked through.
8
Spoon the rice into shallow bowls.
9
Set the halibut fillets on top and spoon the spinach alongside.
10
Pour the remaining dressing over the fish, sprinkle with the toasted sesame seeds and serve.

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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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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: 1 tablespoon sesame seeds, 1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons soy sauce, 3 tablespoons unseasoned rice vinegar, 2 tablespoons mirin, and more.

Yes, Halibut with Soy-Ginger Dressing falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

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Halibut with Soy-Ginger Dressing

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