Blue Plate Special Halibut or Salmon
Elevate your seafood dinner plans with this Blue Plate Special Halibut or Salmon recipe, a one-skillet wonder that’s as quick as it is flavorful. Featuring tender, flaky fillets seared to perfection with a golden, crispy exterior, this dish is heightened by a rich garlic butter sauce infused with fresh lemon juice for a bright, zesty finish. Each bite is beautifully balanced with a sprinkle of fresh parsley, making it as visually appealing as it is delicious. Ready in just 25 minutes, this effortless yet elegant meal is perfect for busy weeknights or impressing guests. Serve with lemon wedges for an extra burst of citrus and pair it with your favorite vegetables or a side of rice for a complete, crowd-pleasing dinner. Ideal for seafood lovers, this recipe works seamlessly with either halibut or salmon, highlighting the delicate flavors of each fish.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces (6 oz each) Halibut or salmon fillets
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper
- 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
- 4 pieces Lemon wedges (optional, for serving)
Instructions
Pat the halibut or salmon fillets dry with paper towels. Season both sides of the fillets with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the olive oil and let it heat for about 30 seconds.
Place the fillets skin-side down in the skillet. Cook for 4-5 minutes, or until the skin is crispy and the fish releases easily from the pan.
Carefully flip the fillets and cook for another 3-4 minutes, depending on the thickness of the fish, until it is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
Reduce the heat to medium. Add the minced garlic and butter to the skillet. Stir gently for about 30 seconds, until the garlic is fragrant and the butter melts.
Drizzle the fresh lemon juice over the fillets and spoon the garlic butter sauce over them to coat.
Remove the skillet from heat and sprinkle the fillets with chopped parsley.
Serve the halibut or salmon immediately on warm plates with optional lemon wedges on the side.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
623 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 55.2 g | 71% | |
| Saturated Fat | 19.0 g | 95% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 119 mg | 40% | |
| Sodium | 2441 mg | 106% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 11.5 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.6 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.5 g | ||
| Protein | 26.6 g | 53% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.7 mcg | 28% | |
| Calcium | 66 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 1.5 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 747 mg | 16% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
