Grilled Halibut with Tatsoi and Spicy Thai Chiles

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
47%
Grilled Halibut with Tatsoi and Spicy Thai Chiles
45 min.
4
349kcal

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If you're searching for a delightful and healthy dish that will impress your family and friends, look no further than this Grilled Halibut with Tatsoi and Spicy Thai Chiles. This flavorful recipe not only showcases the succulent taste of fresh halibut, but it also combines unique Asian flavors that will transport your palate to new heights. With a perfect balance of savory fish sauce, zesty lime juice, and the bold heat from Thai bird chiles, each bite is a celebration of flavor.

Tatsoi, a lesser-known yet highly nutritious green, adds a vibrant twist to the dish, providing a delightful contrast to the grilled halibut. The subtly sweet and crunchy carrots enhance the overall presentation and texture, making it a feast for the eyes as well. What truly sets this recipe apart is its attention to dietary needs; it's entirely gluten-free and dairy-free, making it accessible to various dietary lifestyles without compromising on taste.

Ready in just 45 minutes, this dish is perfect for a satisfying lunch or an elegant dinner. Whether you’re entertaining guests or simply looking to enjoy a wholesome meal at home, Grilled Halibut with Tatsoi and Spicy Thai Chiles will surely become a favorite in your culinary repertoire. So fire up your grill and get ready to indulge in this vibrant dish that’s packed with flavor and nutrition!

Ingredients

  • 12 cups baby spinach packed
  • small carrots peeled cut into matchstick-size strips
  • tablespoons fish sauce 
  • tablespoons ginger fresh minced peeled
  •  garlic clove minced
  • 24 ounce pacific halibut filets 
  • tablespoons juice of lime fresh
  •  shallots thinly sliced
  • tablespoons sugar 
  •  thai chile with seeds or 1/2 large jalapeño chile with seeds, minced
  • tablespoons vegetable oil divided
  • 0.3 cup water 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • grill

Directions

  1. Mix first 7 ingredients in medium glass bowl. Season sauce to taste with salt and pepper. (Sauce can be prepared 2 days ahead. Cover and refrigerate.)
  2. Prepare barbecue (medium-high heat).
  3. Place carrot in medium bowl. Cover with ice water.
  4. Let stand 15 minutes, then drain well.
  5. Brush fish on all sides with 2 tablespoons oil.
  6. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Grill until just opaque in center, about 4 minutes per side.
  7. Meanwhile, heat 1 tablespoon oil in large nonstick skillet over medium heat.
  8. Add shallot; stir 1 minute.
  9. Add tatsoi; sprinkle with salt. Toss until tatsoi is wilted but still bright green, about 2 minutes; divide among 4 plates.
  10. Place fish atop tatsoi.
  11. Sprinkle each fillet with carrot; drizzle each with 2 tablespoons sauce.
  12. Serve, passing remaining sauce separately.

Nutrition Facts

Calories349kcal
Protein40.53%
Fat32.92%
Carbs26.55%

Properties

Glycemic Index
68.48
Glycemic Load
11.76
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
39.033912969672%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.25mg
Hesperetin
1.01mg
Naringenin
0.04mg
Apigenin
0.02mg
Luteolin
0.74mg
Kaempferol
5.78mg
Myricetin
0.36mg
Quercetin
3.9mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:349.35kcal
17.47%
Fat:12.94g
19.91%
Saturated Fat:2.12g
13.28%
Carbohydrates:23.48g
7.83%
Net Carbohydrates:20.78g
7.56%
Sugar:17.59g
19.55%
Cholesterol:83.35mg
27.78%
Sodium:1964.32mg
85.41%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:35.86g
71.72%
Vitamin K:455.47µg
433.78%
Vitamin A:10667.91IU
213.36%
Selenium:80.95µg
115.64%
Vitamin B6:1.27mg
63.41%
Vitamin B3:12.45mg
62.24%
Vitamin D:7.99µg
53.3%
Folate:212.89µg
53.22%
Manganese:0.95mg
47.69%
Phosphorus:460.98mg
46.1%
Vitamin C:34.3mg
41.57%
Potassium:1406.9mg
40.2%
Magnesium:155.71mg
38.93%
Vitamin B12:1.98µg
32.98%
Vitamin E:3.83mg
25.53%
Iron:3.08mg
17.13%
Vitamin B2:0.25mg
14.78%
Calcium:122.83mg
12.28%
Vitamin B1:0.18mg
11.87%
Fiber:2.7g
10.8%
Copper:0.2mg
10%
Zinc:1.24mg
8.23%
Vitamin B5:0.75mg
7.52%
Source:Epicurious