This Halibut Florentine recipe combines tender halibut fillets with a creamy spinach sauce for a decadent and flavorful dish. The halibut is flaky and perfectly cooked, while the spinach sauce adds a rich and delicious finish. It's a perfect dinner option for special occasions or a fancy weeknight meal.
Ingredients
- 4 halibut fillets
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 lemon, sliced for garnish
Directions
- Preheat oven to 375°F.
- Season halibut fillets with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Sear halibut fillets for 2-3 minutes on each side, then transfer to a baking dish.
- In the same skillet, sauté onion and garlic until translucent.
- Add spinach and cook until wilted.
- Stir in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese, and simmer for 5 minutes.
- Pour spinach sauce over halibut fillets in the baking dish.
- Bake in the oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the halibut is cooked through.
- Serve hot with a squeeze of lemon juice on top.
Interesting Facts
Halibut is a lean fish that is low in calories but high in protein.
Spinach is a nutrient-rich vegetable that adds color and flavor to this dish.
Florentine-style dishes are named after the Italian city of Florence.