Halibut Veracruz

Gluten Free
Health score
25%
Halibut Veracruz
45 min.
6
282kcal

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If you're looking to impress your family and friends with a delectable seafood dish that is both gluten-free and bursting with flavor, Halibut Veracruz is the perfect choice! This vibrant recipe brings together the rich, buttery texture of halibut fillets with a zesty sauce made from roasted tomatoes, olives, capers, and a hint of spicy serrano chile. Each bite is a delightful journey through the sunny flavors of Veracruz, Mexico.

Preparing this dish is not only a culinary adventure but also a quick endeavor, taking just 45 minutes from start to finish. The halibut, known for its mild flavor, becomes a delightful canvas for the bold and aromatic sauce. Imagine the tantalizing aroma wafting through your kitchen as you sauté the garlic and onions, followed by the comforting richness of bubbling tomatoes.

Whether it's a casual lunch or a sophisticated dinner, Halibut Veracruz will elevate any meal with its refreshing ingredients and enticing presentation. With an appealing 282 calories per serving, this dish not only satisfies your hunger but also aligns with healthy eating habits. Give this recipe a try, and watch as it transforms an ordinary dining experience into something extraordinary!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 teaspoon pepper black freshly ground
  • tablespoons capers 
  •  garlic cloves minced
  • 36 ounce pacific halibut filets 
  • teaspoon kosher salt 
  • 0.3 cup olives spanish sliced
  • 0.5 cup onion finely chopped
  • 0.3 teaspoon oregano dried
  • teaspoon serrano chile minced seeded
  •  tomatoes ripe
  • teaspoons butter unsalted
  • 0.3 cup vegetable oil divided

Equipment

  • food processor
  • frying pan
  • baking sheet
  • oven

Directions

  1. Place tomatoes on a large rimmed baking sheet.
  2. Bake at 450 for 20 minutes. Turn tomatoes; bake 20 more minutes or until skins are blistered and lightly browned. Pulse tomatoes and pan juices in a food processor until roughly chopped.
  3. Saut onion in 2 tablespoons hot oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat 3 minutes or until tender.
  4. Add garlic and serrano; saut 15 seconds.
  5. Add olives, capers, and chopped tomatoes; bring to a boil. Reduce heat, and simmer 5 minutes.
  6. Remove from heat; stir in oregano.
  7. Sprinkle halibut with salt and pepper. Melt butter with remaining 2 tablespoons oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  8. Add halibut; cook 5 minutes on each side or until fish flakes easily with a fork.
  9. Serve with sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Calories282kcal
Protein46.96%
Fat44.34%
Carbs8.7%

Properties

Glycemic Index
30.33
Glycemic Load
1.44
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
23.106521710106%

Flavonoids

Naringenin
0.7mg
Luteolin
0.05mg
Isorhamnetin
0.67mg
Kaempferol
3.68mg
Myricetin
0.15mg
Quercetin
7.97mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:281.82kcal
14.09%
Fat:13.81g
21.25%
Saturated Fat:2.9g
18.11%
Carbohydrates:6.1g
2.03%
Net Carbohydrates:4.26g
1.55%
Sugar:3.33g
3.7%
Cholesterol:86.93mg
28.98%
Sodium:670.94mg
29.17%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:32.92g
65.83%
Selenium:77.89µg
111.27%
Vitamin B3:11.75mg
58.73%
Vitamin D:8.02µg
53.46%
Vitamin B6:1.05mg
52.4%
Phosphorus:432.84mg
43.28%
Vitamin B12:1.87µg
31.23%
Potassium:1014.52mg
28.99%
Vitamin K:26.55µg
25.29%
Vitamin A:1041.04IU
20.82%
Vitamin C:15.61mg
18.92%
Vitamin E:2.63mg
17.56%
Magnesium:54.11mg
13.53%
Manganese:0.2mg
9.93%
Folate:39.48µg
9.87%
Vitamin B1:0.13mg
8.89%
Fiber:1.84g
7.35%
Vitamin B5:0.7mg
7.05%
Copper:0.13mg
6.41%
Zinc:0.84mg
5.59%
Vitamin B2:0.08mg
4.76%
Iron:0.72mg
4.01%
Calcium:33.77mg
3.38%
Source:My Recipes