Seared Halibut with Lemon Caper Sauce

4.60 from 5 votes

Sunny Lemon Caper Sauce pairs perfectly with seared Halibut. It's topped with a dollop of crab for an elegant touch. Healthy and flavorful

Prep Time20

Cook Time20

Total Time40

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American, French

Servings: servings

Calories: 424kcal

Pat dry and sprinkle halibut fillets with sea salt and pepper.
Heat a large saute pan over medium-high heat. Add 1 tablespoon olive oil and 2 tablespoons butter and swirl to coat pan.
When the oil is shimmering add halibut fillets and sear about 5 minutes per side. Check for doneness and remove to a plate. Add lemon slices and briefly sear until softened, then set aside with fish. Wipe out the pan.
Reduce heat to medium, add 1 tablespoon olive oil and 2 tablespoons butter. Add garlic and shallots and saute for 1 minute.
Add wine and reduce for 2-3 minutes, until nearly evaporated.
Add capers, and 3 tablespoons lemon juice. Cook for 1 minute.
Turn off the heat and swirl in remaining 2 tablespoons of butter to finish the sauce.
Put halibut fillets back into the pan, adding any juices that are on the plate. Warm for 1 minute.
OPTIONAL: In a small bowl add crab meat and 1 Tablespoon lemon juice. Mix to combine.
Serve halibut on a shallow plate, top with dollop of crab mixture. Spoon lemon caper sauce over top of halibut and add a sauteed lemon slice as garnish. Sprinkle with chopped parsley.

Crab is optional
Some capers are salty so taste them before using.
Leftovers: Store in a tightly sealed container for up to 2 days in the refrigerator.