Pacific Halibut in a Sicilian Sauce Recipe

Name: Pacific Halibut in a Sicilian Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 cup all-purpose flour; Salt and freshly ground black pepper; 1 (1-inch thick) Pacific halibut fillet (about 8 ounces); About 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil; 1/2 small onion, chopped; 1 celery stalk, chopped; 1/2 cup peeled, seeded, and chopped tomatoes, optional; 2 tablespoons green olives, pitted and coarsely chopped; 2 tablespoons pine nuts, toasted; 2 tablespoons raisins, plumped in hot water; 1 tablespoon capers, rinsed; 1 clove garlic, finely minced; 1/4 cup dry white wine or water

Servings: persons

1/4 cup all-purpose flour
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 (1-inch thick) Pacific halibut fillet (about 8 ounces)
About 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 small onion, chopped
1 celery stalk, chopped
1/2 cup peeled, seeded, and chopped tomatoes, optional
2 tablespoons green olives, pitted and coarsely chopped
2 tablespoons pine nuts, toasted
2 tablespoons raisins, plumped in hot water
1 tablespoon capers, rinsed
1 clove garlic, finely minced
1/4 cup dry white wine or water

1
Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
2
Lightly oil a baking dish that will accommodate the fish fillet.
3
On a flat plate, stir together the flour with a little salt and pepper, then dredge the fish in the seasoned flour and shake off the excess.
4
In a saute pan, heat about 1 tablespoon oil, or as needed to form a film in the pan, over medium-high heat.
5
Saute the fish on both sides until lightly colored.
6
With a slotted spatula, remove the fish to the prepared baking dish.
7
In the same saute pan, heat 2 tablespoons olive oil over medium heat.
8
Add the onion and celery and saute until soft and pale gold, about 10 minutes.
9
Add the tomatoes, if using, and simmer for 3 minutes to thicken slightly.
10
Add the olives, pine nuts, raisins, capers, garlic, and wine and simmer for 8 to 10 minutes to blend the flavors.
11
Taste and adjust the seasoning.
12
Ladle the sauce over the fish.
13
Bake until the fish tests done with the point of a knife, about 10 minutes.
14
Eat while hot or warm.
15
Variation: You can also make this dish in a saute pan.
16
Just place the sauteed fish in the sauce in the pan, cover, and simmer gently over low heat until the fish cooked through, about 10 minutes.

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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

Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/4 cup all-purpose flour, Salt and freshly ground black pepper, 1 (1-inch thick) Pacific halibut fillet (about 8 ounces), About 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, and more.

Yes, Pacific Halibut in a Sicilian 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Pacific Halibut in a Sicilian Sauce

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