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How to Make Almond-Crusted Halibut Crystal Symphony - A Step-by-Step Guide

Are you looking for a delicious and sophisticated dish to impress your dinner guests? Look no further than the Almond-Crusted Halibut Crystal Symphony. This recipe combines the delicate and flaky texture of halibut with the nutty crunch of almonds, creating a truly unforgettable dining experience.

Halibut is a mild and slightly sweet fish that pairs perfectly with the earthy flavor of almonds. When combined, these two ingredients create a harmony of flavors that is absolutely delightf...

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Ingredients

  • ⅓ cup dry white wine
  • 2 tablespoons cider vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons minced shallots
  • 1 sprig fresh thyme
  • 1 bay leaf
  • ⅓ cup heavy cream
  • 10 tablespoons unsalted butter - chilled, cut into tablespoon-size pieces
  • 3 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
  • 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste
  • 6 (1 inch thick) halibut steaks
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
  • ⅔ cup minced blanched almonds
  • ¼ cup fresh bread crumbs
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 large egg, lightly beaten

Information

  • Prep Time: 30 mins
  • Cook Time: 25 mins
  • Total Time: 55 mins
  • Servings: 6

  • Make the beurre blanc: Bring wine, vinegar, shallots, thyme, and bay leaf to a boil in a small saucepan over medium heat. Continue to boil until liquid has evaporated, 3 to 4 minutes. Stir in cream and boil until liquid has reduced by half, 4 to 5 minutes. Reduce the heat to low. Whisk in one piece butter until melted; repeat with remaining butter. Do not allow sauce to simmer, or it may separate.
  • Strain sauce through a fine sieve into a heat-proof bowl. Stir in chives, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Set the bowl into a larger container full of hot water to keep warm until needed.
  • Start the halibut: Set an oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source and preheat the oven's broiler. Pat halibut fillets dry; season with salt and pepper.
  • Heat oil and butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat until butter melts. Add halibut and cook until lightly browned on the outside and fish flakes easily with a fork, 2 to 3 minutes per side. Transfer to a baking sheet and let rest for 5 minutes.
  • While the halibut is resting, make the topping: Stir almonds, bread crumbs, and melted butter together in a small bowl.
  • Brush beaten egg over fillets, then cover with topping.
  • Broil fillets in the preheated oven until browned, 1 to 2 minutes, watching closely so they don't burn.
  • Transfer fillets to individual plates, and spoon beurre blanc around them.

    • Nutrition

    613 cal.

    • Total Fat: 46g
    • Saturated Fat: 20g
    • Cholesterol: 164mg
    • Sodium: 149mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 8g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 2g
    • Protein: 41g
    • Vitamin C: 2mg
    • Calcium: 148mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 935mg

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