Moroccan Roasted Halibut

May 17, 2023May 17, 20230 0
Moroccan Roasted Halibut - A Flavorful and Healthy Seafood Dish
in Seafood

Prep

20 min

Cook

35 min

Ready In

55 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
1 cup diced onion
4 cloves garlic , very finely minced
1 teaspoon ground cardamom
1/4 teaspoon crumbled saffron thread
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice ( from 2 lemons )
1 cinnamon stick
2 pieces orange zest , long strips , removed with a paring knife
3/4 cup chicken broth
salt & freshly ground black pepper
3/4 cup canned chick-peas , drained and rinsed ( garbanzo beans )
1/2 cup golden raisin
6 ripe plum tomatoes , seeded and cut into 1/2 inch dice
1/4 cup fresh parsley
1/4 cup chopped of fresh mint , plus
2 tablespoons of fresh mint , for garnish
6 halibut steaks , 1 1/2 inches thick

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
544
Sugar
25g
Fat
30g
Moroccan Roasted Halibut is a flavorful and healthy dish that features halibut steaks coated in a fragrant mix of spices, herbs and vegetables. It is a popular seafood dish in Morocco, where it is often served with couscous or rice. This dish can be enjoyed by those who are health conscious or looking for a sustainable seafood option. The combination of spices and herbs used in this dish make it a unique and delicious way to prepare halibut. It is also easy to prepare and perfect for a weeknight dinner or weekend gathering with friends and family.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 400°F.
2.In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat.
3.Add the onion, garlic, cardamom and saffron, and sauté until the onion is soft.
4.Add the lemon juice, cinnamon stick, orange zest and chicken broth. Bring to a boil and then reduce the heat to low and let simmer for 5 minutes.
5.Remove the skillet from the heat and season with salt and pepper to taste.
6.Add the chickpeas, raisins, tomatoes, parsley and mint to the skillet and stir to combine.
7.Transfer the mixture to a baking dish and place the halibut steaks on top.
8.Bake in the preheated oven for 15-18 minutes, or until the halibut is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
9.Serve hot, garnished with fresh mint leaves.

PROS

Moroccan Roasted Halibut is a delicious and healthy seafood dish.

It is packed with protein, fiber, antioxidants and healthy fats.

The flavorful combination of spices and herbs makes it a crowd-pleaser.

Halibut is a sustainable seafood choice and is low in mercury.

CONS

Halibut can be expensive, which can make this dish less budget-friendly.

Some may find the combination of flavors overpowering.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Halibut is a good source of lean protein, omega-3 fatty acids and B vitamins.
The chickpeas in this recipe are a good source of fiber, protein and iron.
Tomatoes are high in vitamins A, C and K, and the antioxidant lycopene.
The herbs and spices used in this dish contain numerous health benefits, including anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.

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