Herb and Flower Crusted Halibut Recipe

Name: Herb and Flower Crusted Halibut
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: ½ cup chopped fresh parsley; 4 tablespoons chopped organically grown fresh edible flowers (such as calendula, nasturtiums, roses, onion, or chive blossoms); 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil; 1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano; ½ teaspoon salt; ¼ teaspoon fresh ground black pepper; 1 12 lbs halibut fillets, cut into 4 pieces; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 cup chicken, vegetable or 1 cup fish stock; ¼ teaspoon saffron; 2 garlic, gloves minced; 1 cup peas (fresh or thawed frozen peas); fresh organic fresh edible flowers or herbs, to garnish

Servings: persons

½ cup chopped fresh parsley
4 tablespoons chopped organically grown fresh edible flowers (such as calendula, nasturtiums, roses, onion, or chive blossoms)
2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1 12 lbs halibut fillets, cut into 4 pieces
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 cup chicken, vegetable or 1 cup fish stock
¼ teaspoon saffron
2 garlic, gloves minced
1 cup peas (fresh or thawed frozen peas)
fresh organic fresh edible flowers or herbs, to garnish

1
In a shallow bowl, combine the parsley, flower petals, chives, basil, oregano, salt, and pepper.
2
Place the halibut in the herb mixture, pressing the fish to thoroughly coat both sides.
3
Set aside.
4
Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
5
Add the halibut and cook for 4 minutes.
6
Turn the halibut and pour in the broth.
7
Add the saffron and garlic.
8
Simmer for 5 minutes, or until the halibut is just opaque and the broth is reduced by half.
9
During the last minute or so, add the peas.
10
Remove the pan from the heat.
11
Place 1 fish fillet in each of 4 shallow soup bowls.
12
Evenly divide the broth and peas among the bowls.
13
Garnish with fresh flowers or herbs, if desired.

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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

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: ½ cup chopped fresh parsley, 4 tablespoons chopped organically grown fresh edible flowers (such as calendula, nasturtiums, roses, onion, or chive blossoms), 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives, 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil, and more.

Yes, Herb and Flower Crusted Halibut 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Herb and Flower Crusted Halibut

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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