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Quick Halibut Oscar

Quick Halibut Oscar

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Indulge in a delightful seafood experience with this Quick Halibut Oscar recipe. This dish combines tender halibut, sweet lump crab meat, and vibrant asparagus, topped off with a rich hollandaise sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings, this recipe is deceptively easy to prepare while delivering stunning flavors that will impress your family and friends. With fresh ingredients and simple steps, you can create an elegant meal that feels like fine dining without spending hours in the kitchen.

Ingredients

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  • 1/2 tablespoon butter
  • 1 pound halibut (cut into two pieces)
  • Salt and pepper
  • 1/2 pound asparagus (tough ends removed)
  • 4 ounces lump crab meat
  • 2 tablespoons butter (for topping)
  • 1/4 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 1 tablespoon melted butter (for topping)
  • 2 ounces hollandaise sauce

Instructions

  1. Prepare the asparagus by trimming tough ends and blanching in boiling water until vibrant green.
  2. Season halibut with salt and pepper. In a skillet, melt half a tablespoon of butter over medium heat and cook halibut for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  3. In a bowl, mix crab meat, panko breadcrumbs, and melted butter. Spoon this mixture over cooked halibut.
  4. Assemble the dish by placing blanched asparagus on plates, laying the halibut on top, and adding crab topping.
  5. Drizzle with warm hollandaise sauce before serving.

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