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YIELD

4 servings

TYPE

TIME

30 minutes

LEVEL

Beginner

Here's What You'll Need

1

halibut, kosher salt, ground black pepper, grapeseed oil, chinese chili sauce, sesame oil, garlic, thai bird chili, lime

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Season the Fish

2

Pat the halibut dry on both sides, then generously season on both sides with salt and black pepper. Allow to sit at room temperature for 10 minutes before cooking.

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Sear the Halibut

3

Heat a skillet until very hot, add grapeseed oil. When hot, add halibut steaks and cook undisturbed for 5-6 minutes

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Make the Chili Garlic Oil

4

In a medium bowl, combine chili oil and sesame oil, then whisk well. Keep smashed cloves close by.

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Add Sauce

5

Flip halibut steaks over. Pour the chili garlic oil on top, then add garlic cloves to the pan. Cook 4-5 minutes. Use a large spoon to collect the sauce and baste the fish fillets or steaks.

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Garnish then Serve

6

Transfer cooked halibut to serving plates, then garnish with fresh herbs (basil, cilantro, mint, or a combination), lime wedges, and thinly sliced chilies.

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