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Writer's pictureSusan Gates

Braised Halibut with leeks and tarragon

This is the perfect light fish dish that is prepared in one pan. You can substitute the halibut with cod if you’d like!



Ingredients:


3 large leeks


2 Tbl Unsalted butter


1⁄2 tsp Kosher salt divided


1⁄4 tsp freshly ground black pepper divided,


6 springs of fresh tarragon, chopped


4-5 oz sliced mushrooms


1 ½ pounds Uncooked halibut fillet (four 6 oz pieces)


Cooking spray


Lemon – one slice over each piece of halibut


Instructions


  • Using a chef’s knife, trim off dark green leek tops; trim bottoms just above roots. Spilt leeks in half lengthwise; thinly slice into half circles. Place sliced leeks in a large bowl of cold water; swish leeks around and use your fingers to remove any dirt that collects on the leeks

  • Preheat oven to 350°F.

  • Heat butter in a large round ovenproof casserole dish (about 6-7 qt, or in an 11- to 12-in skillet) over medium heat. Add still damp leeks; season with 1/4 tsp salt and 1/8 tsp pepper. Cover and cook, stirring occasionally, until leeks are melted and tender, about 10 minutes; remove from heat. Add sliced mushrooms cook about 5 minutes Add tarragon; stir to combine.

  • Season fish with 1/4 tsp salt and 1/8 tsp pepper on both sides; arrange fillets on top of leeks and lightly coat fillets with cooking spray. Top each fillet with a thin slice of lemon; transfer to oven. Cook until fish is firm and cooked through, about 12-18 minutes (depends on thickness). Garnish with additional tarragon; serve immediately.

  • Serving size: 1 piece fish and 1 cup leek mixture

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