Halibut Olympia
Elevate your seafood game with this irresistible Halibut Olympia recipe, a creamy, savory dish that strikes the perfect balance between elegance and comfort food. Featuring tender, flaky halibut fillets topped with a luscious blend of mayonnaise, sour cream, sautéed onions, and a hint of fresh lemon juice, this dish is crowned with a golden layer of crunchy panko breadcrumbs for the perfect textural contrast. The addition of garlic, butter, and freshly ground black pepper infuses every bite with rich, aromatic flavor, while a final garnish of fresh parsley adds a bright, herbaceous touch. Baked to perfection in just under 30 minutes, this dish is as weekend-dinner-party-worthy as it is an easy weeknight meal. Serve it alongside steamed vegetables, fluffy rice, or a fresh green salad for a restaurant-quality seafood experience right at home. Whether you’re a seasoned seafood lover or new to baking fish, Halibut Olympia is a must-try centerpiece!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces (6 oz each) Fresh halibut fillets
- 1 large (chopped finely) Yellow onion
- 3 tablespoons Butter
- 1 cup Mayonnaise
- 1 cup Sour cream
- 2 tablespoons (freshly squeezed) Lemon juice
- 2 cloves (minced) Garlic
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon (freshly ground) Black pepper
- 0.5 cup Panko breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons (chopped, for garnish) Parsley
- 2 tablespoons (for drizzling) Olive oil
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with a bit of olive oil or butter.
Heat a skillet over medium heat and melt 3 tablespoons of butter. Add the chopped onion and sauté for 3-5 minutes until translucent and softened. Remove from heat and set aside to cool slightly.
In a mixing bowl, combine the mayonnaise, sour cream, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to create a creamy sauce.
Fold the sautéed onions into the mayonnaise mixture and combine until evenly distributed.
Pat the halibut fillets dry with paper towels. Place them neatly in the prepared baking dish, ensuring they are not overlapping.
Spread the onion-cream mixture evenly over the top of each halibut fillet, ensuring they’re fully coated.
Sprinkle the panko breadcrumbs evenly over the top of the coated halibut fillets for a crispy crust.
Drizzle a light amount of olive oil over the panko breadcrumbs to help them brown during baking.
Transfer the baking dish to the preheated oven. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the halibut is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork. The internal temperature of the halibut should reach 130°F (55°C) when measured with a meat thermometer.
If desired, broil the dish for an additional 1-2 minutes at the end to achieve a golden-brown crust on the breadcrumbs.
Remove the baking dish from the oven and let the halibut rest for 5 minutes. Sprinkle chopped parsley over the top for garnish before serving.
Serve the Halibut Olympia hot with a side of steamed vegetables, rice, or a light green salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
926 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 76.8 g | 98% | |
| Saturated Fat | 21.9 g | 110% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 159 mg | 53% | |
| Sodium | 1195 mg | 52% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 20.1 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.5 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.6 g | ||
| Protein | 38.4 g | 77% | |
| Vitamin D | 8.6 mcg | 43% | |
| Calcium | 126 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 1.5 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 883 mg | 19% | |
*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.
