How to Make Cedar Planked Halibut - A Step-by-Step Guide

There's nothing quite like the smoky, robust flavor that comes from cooking food on a cedar plank. And when it comes to seafood, there are few dishes that benefit more from this cooking method than halibut. This Cedar Planked Halibut recipe is a simple yet elegant way to showcase the delicate flavor of this prized fish, while also infusing it with the distinct aroma of cedar smoke.

Halibut is a firm, meaty fish that is both versatile and delicious. It's mild flavor makes it the perfec...

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Ingredients

  • 1 untreated cedar plank
  • ½ cup butter, melted
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 2 teaspoons herbes de Provence
  • 2 teaspoons dried dill weed
  • 2 teaspoons dried tarragon
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 halibut steaks
  • ground black pepper to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 30 mins
  • Additional Time: 30 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 10 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Place the cedar plank in water to soak, about 30 minutes.
  • Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate.
  • Stir butter, lemon juice, herbes de Provence, dill, tarragon, paprika, and garlic together in a small bowl.
  • Place halibut steaks on the cedar plank. Season to taste with pepper; spoon half the butter mixture onto the halibut.
  • Place the cedar plank into the grill; cook, with grill lid closed, for 20 minutes. Open grill; baste halibut with remaining butter mixture. Continue grilling until fish flakes easily with a fork, about 10 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    398 cal.

    • Total Fat: 27g
    • Saturated Fat: 15g
    • Cholesterol: 115mg
    • Sodium: 256mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 2g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 0g
    • Protein: 36g
    • Vitamin C: 3mg
    • Calcium: 111mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 834mg