Skillet-Roasted Fish Fillets With Green Olive Relis

Name: Skillet-Roasted Fish Fillets With Green Olive Relish
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 skinless halibut fillets, 1 to 1 1/2 inches thick; 1/2 teaspoon sugar; 1 tablespoon vegetable oil; lemon wedge (omit if using the accompanying relish); 1/2 cup slivered almonds, toasted; 1/2 cup oil-cured green olives, coarsely chopped; 1 small garlic clove, minced; 1 teaspoon orange zest; 1/4 cup orange juice; 2 teaspoons white wine vinegar; 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil; 1/4 cup of fresh mint, minced; 1 pinch cayenne pepper

Servings: persons

4 skinless halibut fillets, 1 to 1 1/2 inches thick
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
lemon wedge (omit if using the accompanying relish)
1/2 cup slivered almonds, toasted
1/2 cup oil-cured green olives, coarsely chopped
1 small garlic clove, minced
1 teaspoon orange zest
1/4 cup orange juice
2 teaspoons white wine vinegar
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
1/4 cup of fresh mint, minced
1 pinch cayenne pepper

1
Adjust oven rack to middle position and heat oven to 425 degrees.
2
Dry fish thoroughly with paper towels and season with salt and pepper.
3
Sprinkle very lightly with dusting of sugar (about 1/8 tsp) evenly over each side of fillet.
4
Heat oil in large ovensafe nonstick skillet over high heat until smoking.
5
Place fillets in skillet, sugared sides down, and press lightly to ensure even contact with pan.
6
Cook until browned, 1 to 1 1/2 minutes.
7
Using 2 spatulas, flip fillets and transfer skillet to oven.
8
Roast fillets until centers are just opaque and register 135 degrees (7-10 minutes).
9
Immediately transfer to serving plates and top with relish.
10
Relish: Process almonds, olives, garlic, and zest in food processor until nuts and olives are finely chopped, (10-12 one-second pulses). Transfer to bowl and stir in orange juice, vinegar, olive oil, and mint. Season to taste with salt and cayenne; serve spooned over fish.

575

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Protein

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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

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

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: 4 skinless halibut fillets, 1 to 1 1/2 inches thick, 1/2 teaspoon sugar, 1 tablespoon vegetable oil, lemon wedge (omit if using the accompanying relish), and more.

Yes, Skillet-Roasted Fish Fillets With Green Olive Relish 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.

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Skillet-Roasted Fish Fillets With Green Olive Relish

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