Ingredients:

  • 1 lb halibut cheeks, cleaned and patted dry
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp capers, rinsed and chopped
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
  • Zest of 1 lemon, for extra flavor

Instructions:

  1. Pat the halibut cheeks dry and season with salt and pepper on both sides.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  3. Add halibut cheeks to the pan, cooking for about 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and opaque. Remove and set aside.
  4. In a small saucepan, melt butter over medium heat.
  5. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  6. Stir in lemon juice, capers, and lemon zest. Simmer for another minute.
  7. Return the halibut cheeks to the pan with the sauce, allowing them to warm through.
  8. Plate the halibut cheeks, drizzling with any remaining sauce and garnish with chopped parsley.