Pan-Seared Norwegian Halibut with Spicy Pilaf
A flavorful and spicy halibut dish served with a flavorful pilaf, inspired by Norwegian cuisine.
Ingredients
- ●4 halibut fillets
- ●1 cup aromatic basmati ricefor pilaf
- ●1 packet spicy saffron rice mixfor pilaf
- ●2 tbsp olive oil
- ●2 tbsp lemon juice
- ●1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- ●1/4 cup chopped fresh dill
- ●to taste salt
- ●to taste pepper
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- 2
Rinse the halibut fillets and pat them dry with paper towels.
- 3
Season the halibut with salt and pepper.
- 4
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat.
- 5
Sear the halibut for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until golden brown.
- 6
Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 8-10 minutes, or until cooked through.
- 7
While the halibut is cooking, prepare the pilaf by heating the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat.
- 8
Add the aromatic basmati rice and spicy saffron rice mix to the saucepan, stirring to combine.
- 9
Add 2 cups of water to the saucepan and bring to a boil.
- 10
Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 18-20 minutes, or until the rice is tender.
- 11
Fluff the pilaf with a fork and stir in chopped parsley and dill.
- 12
Serve the pan-seared halibut on top of the spicy pilaf.