Halibut Meuniere

Elevate your seafood dinner game with this classic Halibut Meunière recipe, a French-inspired dish that pairs flaky, golden-brown halibut with a luxurious lemon-butter sauce. Simple yet elegant, this recipe highlights the natural flavor of tender halibut fillets, lightly dusted with seasoned flour and pan-seared to perfection. The rich, nutty beurre noisette (browned butter) is infused with fresh lemon juice and drizzled over the fish, creating a bright and tangy complement. Topped with a sprinkle of fresh parsley and served with zesty lemon wedges, this dish is quick to prepare—ready in just 25 minutes—making it the ideal option for both weeknight meals or entertaining guests. Whether you’re a seafood enthusiast or new to cooking fish, Halibut Meunière is a recipe that’s sure to impress.

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces (6 oz each) halibut fillets
• 0.5 cup all-purpose flour
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 6 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 3 tablespoons lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons parsley, finely chopped
• 4 pieces lemon wedges

Directions

Step 1

Pat the halibut fillets dry with paper towels to ensure they sear properly.

Step 2

In a shallow dish or plate, combine the flour, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.

Step 3

Lightly dredge each halibut fillet in the seasoned flour, shaking off any excess.

Step 4

In a large skillet, melt 4 tablespoons of the butter over medium heat until it begins to foam.

Step 5

Add the floured halibut fillets to the skillet, presentation side down first. Cook for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until the fish is golden brown and cooked through. Remove the fillets from the skillet and set aside on a warm plate.

Step 6

Reduce the heat to low and add the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter to the skillet. Allow it to melt and turn a light golden brown, being careful not to burn it.

Step 7

Stir in the lemon juice, swirling the pan to combine with the butter. Cook for about 30 seconds, then remove from heat.

Step 8

Drizzle the warm lemon-butter sauce over the cooked halibut fillets.

Step 9

Sprinkle the chopped parsley over the fish for a fresh and aromatic finish.

Step 10

Serve the halibut immediately with lemon wedges on the side.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(912.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2116.5

Total Fat 89.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 45.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 594.2mg	0%
Sodium 1606.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 51.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 2.8g	0%
Total Sugars 2.0g
Protein 252.2g	0%

Vitamin D 4082.3IU	0%
Calcium 109.7mg	0%
Iron 6.5mg	0%
Potassium 4504.5mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 39.9%

Protein: 49.8%

Carbs: 10.2%