How to Make Phyllo-Wrapped Halibut Fillets with Lemon Scallion Sauce - A Step-by-Step Guide

Phyllo-Wrapped Halibut Fillets with Lemon Scallion Sauce is a delicious and elegant dish that is perfect for a special dinner or a dinner party. This recipe takes a simple halibut fillet and elevates it to a whole new level with the addition of buttery phyllo dough and a zesty lemon scallion sauce.

Halibut is a mild, flaky white fish that is perfect for wrapping in phyllo dough. The delicate flavor of the fish pairs beautifully with the light, crispy texture of the phyllo. The additio...

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Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons melted butter
  • 4 sheets phyllo dough
  • 2 (5 ounce) halibut fillets
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 teaspoons chopped fresh dill
  • 3 tablespoons lemon juice
  • ½ cup whipping cream
  • 2 green onions, finely chopped

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 35 mins
  • Servings: 2

  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
  • Lightly butter 1 sheet of phyllo dough. Lay another sheet directly on top of the first sheet, and lightly butter it. Repeat with remaining 2 sheets of phyllo. Cut sheets in half.
  • Season halibut fillets with salt and pepper. Place a fillet near the bottom edge of one of the halved sheets of phyllo. Sprinkle with dill. Fold in the sides of the phyllo, then roll the fillet. Place on a baking sheet, and lightly brush with butter. Repeat with remaining fillet.
  • Bake in a preheated oven until pastry is puffed and golden brown, about 12 to 15 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, bring lemon juice to a boil in a small saucepan over high heat. Boil until almost evaporated. Reduce heat to medium, and stir in cream. Simmer until cream thickens somewhat. Stir in green onions, and season with salt and pepper. Serve halibut on a pool of sauce.
  • Nutrition

    587 cal.

    • Total Fat: 39g
    • Saturated Fat: 22g
    • Cholesterol: 157mg
    • Sodium: 368mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 25g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 1g
    • Protein: 34g
    • Vitamin C: 14mg
    • Calcium: 127mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 788mg