Broiled Halibut With Lemon and Herbs

• butter↗1⁄4 cup

  softened

• shallot1 tablespoon

  finely chopped

• fresh dill1 tablespoon

  finely chopped

• fresh parsley1 tablespoon

  finely chopped

• Dijon mustard↗1 teaspoon
• lemon juice↗1 teaspoon

  freshly squeezed

• garlic cloves↗2

  large, finely minced

• salt↗1⁄2 teaspoon
• halibut steaks16 ounces

  fresh, 3/4 inch thick

• butter↗1 tablespoon
• extra virgin olive oil↗1 tablespoon

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   In a small mixing bowl, combine 1/4 cup butter, shallots, dill weed, parsley, mustard, lemon juice, garlic and salt; mix well.

2. 2

   Rinse halibut steaks in cold water and pat dry on paper towels.

3. 3

   In a 8 inch x 8 inch oven proof casserole dish, add 1 tablespoon of butter and 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Place under the broiler on HIGH heat for about 2 minutes or until the butter has melted.

4. 4

   Place the halibut steaks in the casserole dish.

5. 5

   Spread one half the lemon/herb mixture equally over each steak.

6. 6

   Place under the broiler on HIGH heat and broil for 6 minutes.

7. 7

   Turn halibut steaks over and spread the remaining lemon/herb mixture evenly over the steaks.

8. 8

   Continue to broil on HIGH heat for another 5 to 6 minutes or until fish flakes easily with a fork. Do not overcook the fish.

9. 9

   Serve with cooked basmati brown rice.

10. 10

    You may also use finely chopped chives or green onions instead of the shallots.