Grilled Halibut with Turmeric, Garlic and Capers
Serves 4
Time 40 min
In this easy and impressive dish, grated fresh turmeric gives grilled halibut a rich golden hue. As a member of the ginger family, turmeric has a familiar bite that perfectly balances the slight sweetness of the fish.
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Ingredients
- 2 large cloves garlic, grated
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
- 1 1/2 tablespoon grated fresh turmeric (from a 2- to 3-inch peeled piece, or 2 teaspoons ground turmeric)
- 4 (6.0-ounce) skin-on halibut steaks
- 2 tablespoons brined capers, drained and roughly chopped
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
Method
In a large bowl, stir together garlic, oil, salt and turmeric to make a paste. Add fish and toss until well coated. Let stand at room temperature for 20 minutes.
Meanwhile, prepare a grill or grill pan for medium heat cooking.
Grill fish, flipping halfway through, until deep golden brown and just cooked through, 12 to 15 minutes total.
In a small bowl, using a fork, mash capers with lemon juice. Spoon over hot fish and serve.
Nutritional Info:
Per serving: 230 calories (80 from fat), 9g total fat, 1.5g saturated fat, 85mg cholesterol, 540mg sodium, 2g carbohydrates (0g dietary fiber, 0g sugar), 32g protein.
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Ingredients
- 2 large cloves garlic, grated
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
- 1 1/2 tablespoon grated fresh turmeric (from a 2- to 3-inch peeled piece, or 2 teaspoons ground turmeric)
- 4 (6.0-ounce) skin-on halibut steaks
- 2 tablespoons brined capers, drained and roughly chopped
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice