Seared Halibut with Sauteed Swiss Chard and Salsa Cruda Recipe

Name: Seared Halibut with Sauteed Swiss Chard and Salsa Cruda
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Olive oil; 1 clove garlic, smashed; Pinch crushed red pepper; 1 slice bacon, cut into 1/2-inch lengths (lardons); 4 large Swiss chard leaves, stems removed and cut into 1/2-inch lengths, leaves cut into 1-inch lengths; 1/4 cup chicken stock; Salt; 1 (6-ounce) halibut filet; 1/2 cup Salsa Cruda, recipe follows; 1/2 pound heirloom tomatoes (assorted colors preferred), stemmed, seeded and cut into 1/4-inch dice; 1/4 small red onion, cut into 1/4-inch dice; 1/2 small zucchini, green part only, cut into 1/4-inch dice; 5 pitted Gaeta or kalamata olives, slivered; 1 clove garlic, smashed and finely chopped; 1 sprig fresh oregano, picked and leaves chopped; 3 basil leaves, chiffonade; 1 1/2 tablespoons red wine vinegar; Pinch crushed red pepper; 1 1/2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil; Kosher salt

Servings: persons

Olive oil
1 clove garlic, smashed
Pinch crushed red pepper
1 slice bacon, cut into 1/2-inch lengths (lardons)
4 large Swiss chard leaves, stems removed and cut into 1/2-inch lengths, leaves cut into 1-inch lengths
1/4 cup chicken stock
Salt
1 (6-ounce) halibut filet
1/2 cup Salsa Cruda, recipe follows
1/2 pound heirloom tomatoes (assorted colors preferred), stemmed, seeded and cut into 1/4-inch dice
1/4 small red onion, cut into 1/4-inch dice
1/2 small zucchini, green part only, cut into 1/4-inch dice
5 pitted Gaeta or kalamata olives, slivered
1 clove garlic, smashed and finely chopped
1 sprig fresh oregano, picked and leaves chopped
3 basil leaves, chiffonade
1 1/2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
Pinch crushed red pepper
1 1/2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
Kosher salt

1
Coat a saute pan with olive oil.
2
Toss in the garlic clove, crushed red pepper, bacon, and a couple drops of olive oil.
3
Bring the pan to a medium heat.
4
When the garlic is golden and very aromatic, remove it and discard.
5
When the bacon has become crispy, toss in the Swiss chard stems, chicken stock, and season with salt.
6
When the chicken stock has reduced, toss in the Swiss chard leaves and season with salt.
7
Cook the leaves until they are just wilted, about 3 to 4 minutes.
8
Coat another saute pan with olive oil and bring to a high heat.
9
Pat the halibut fillet dry with a paper towel and season with salt.
10
When the oil in the pan is very hot but not yet smoking, place the fish flesh side down and cook for 3 to 4 minutes.
11
As the fish cooks it will turn from translucent to opaque.
12
Turn the fish over and cook for another 3 to 4 minutes.
13
When the fish is done it should be golden and firm but still moist.
14
Place the Swiss chard in the center of the serving plate.
15
Lay the fish directly on top.
16
Top the fish with the Salsa Cruda.
17
Combine all the ingredients in a large bowl.
18
Season generously with salt.
19
Taste to make sure it is delicious.
20
Adjust seasonings if needed.

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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 20 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Olive oil, 1 clove garlic, smashed, Pinch crushed red pepper, 1 slice bacon, cut into 1/2-inch lengths (lardons), and more.

Yes, Seared Halibut with Sauteed Swiss Chard and Salsa Cruda 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.

Seared Halibut with Sauteed Swiss Chard and Salsa Cruda

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