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Ina Garten Grilled Halibut Recipe

If you love seafood, you know Ina Garten is the queen. Her Ina Garten Grilled Halibut Recipe is a true classic.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Course Appetizer
Cuisine American
Servings 5
Calories 210 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 4 halibut fillets 6 ounces each.
  • 1/4 cup good olive oil.
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice.
  • 1 tablespoon minced fresh garlic.
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano.
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt.
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper.
  • Lemon wedges for serving.
  • Fresh parsley for a garnish.

Instructions
 

Prep the Halibut

  • Pat the fish dry with paper towels. Dry fish gets a better sear on the grill.

Make the Marinade

  • Whisk olive oil, lemon, garlic, and herbs together. Use a small bowl for this step.

Coat the Fish

  • Brush the marinade all over the halibut fillets. Let them sit for 10 to 15 minutes.

Heat the Grill

  • Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Clean the grates well with a brush.

Oil the Grates

  • Dip a paper towel in oil. Rub it on the hot grill grates carefully.

Grill the First Side

  • Place the fish on the hot grill. Cook for 4 to 5 minutes without moving.

Flip the Fish

  • Flip the fillets gently using a thin spatula. They should release easily when seared.

Finish Cooking

  • Cook for another 4 minutes on the second side. The center should be opaque.

Check the Temperature

  • The internal temperature should reach 130 to 135 degrees. Do not overcook it!

Rest and Serve

  • Remove the fish from the grill. Let it rest for 2 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • First, always buy the freshest fish possible.
  • Look for fillets that are thick and firm.
  • Second, do not skip the drying step.
  • Wet fish will steam instead of grilling.
  • Third, make sure the grill is very hot.
  • A cold grill causes the fish to stick.
  • Fourth, use a "clean" oil like vegetable oil for grates.
  • Olive oil can smoke too much at high heat.
  • Fifth, don't flip the fish too early.
  • Wait for the grill marks to form first.
  • Sixth, use fresh lemon juice, not the bottled kind.
  • Fresh citrus makes a huge difference in flavor.
  • Lastly, keep the skin on if you prefer.
  • It helps hold the fillet together during cooking.
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