Pacific Halibut with Caramelized Fennel, Black Olives, Orange Zest, and Dill

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   In a saute pan add the sliced fennel and the sambuca.

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   Cook's Note: Pour the liqueur into the pan when the fire is off, as it is very flammable.

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   Put the pan over low heat, and let the sambuca ignite.

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   Allow the alcohol to evaporate and cook at medium heat until the liqueur begins to caramelize.

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   At this point it will start to bubble.

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   Add the lemon juice, red pepper flakes, salt, to taste, the orange zest, the olives, and dill.

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   Cook for a couple of minutes, and then stir in a teaspoon of butter to give the sauce a little creaminess.

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   Set aside.

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   Score the fish fillets, cut them in half and season with salt and pepper, to taste.

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    Coat a saute pan, over medium heat, with extra-virgin olive oil and add the fillets, skin side down.

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    Allow to cook for 3 to 5 minutes.

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    Remove from the heat.

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    To serve: Put some of the fennel sauce in the center of each serving dish and top with 2 pieces of the fish.

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    This recipe was provided by professional chefs and has been scaled down from a bulk recipe provided by a restaurant.

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    The Food Network Kitchens chefs have not tested this recipe, in the proportions indicated, and therefore, we cannot make any representation as to the results.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.