Description

This Pistachio-Crusted Halibut is a flavorful and elegant seafood dish featuring tender, flaky halibut topped with a crunchy pistachio crust. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, this easy baked halibut recipe delivers a delicious balance of texture and fresh, zesty flavor.

Ingredients

4 halibut fillets
½ cup shelled pistachios, finely chopped
¼ cup breadcrumbs
¼ cup parmesan cheese, grated
1 teaspoon lemon zest
2 cloves garlic, minced
2–3 tablespoons olive oil or melted butter
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Salt, to taste
Black pepper, to taste
Lemon wedges, for serving

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a bowl, combine chopped pistachios, breadcrumbs, parmesan cheese, lemon zest, garlic, and parsley.
Drizzle in olive oil or melted butter and mix until crumbly.
Pat halibut fillets dry and season with salt and black pepper.
Place fillets on the prepared baking sheet.
Press the pistachio mixture firmly onto the top of each fillet.
Bake for 12–15 minutes, or until fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
Optional: Broil for 1–2 minutes for a golden crust.
Serve immediately with fresh lemon wedges.

Notes

Substitute halibut with cod, sea bass, or another firm white fish.Use gluten-free breadcrumbs or almond flour for a gluten-free version.Add a thin layer of Dijon mustard before the crust for extra flavor.Try herbs like thyme or dill for variation.