Follow these steps for perfect results
blanched hazelnuts
toasted, chopped
fresh tarragon
sprigs
halibut fillet
skinless
olive oil
kosher salt
freshly ground pepper
unsalted butter
fresh lemon juice
lemon halves
Preheat oven to 350°F.
Spread blanched hazelnuts in a single layer on a rimmed baking sheet.
Toast hazelnuts, stirring occasionally, until golden, 8-10 minutes.
Coarsely chop the toasted hazelnuts and set aside.
Reduce oven temperature to 300°F.
Scatter fresh tarragon sprigs on a large rimmed baking sheet.
Place halibut fillet on top of the tarragon sprigs.
Drizzle halibut with 2 tablespoons olive oil.
Season halibut with kosher salt and freshly ground pepper.
Roast halibut until it is just opaque in the center, approximately 20-30 minutes, depending on the thickness of the fish.
Meanwhile, melt unsalted butter in a small saucepan over medium-high heat.
Cook butter, stirring often, until it foams and then browns (do not let it burn), about 5 minutes.
Remove browned butter from heat.
Let brown butter cool slightly.
Stir in fresh lemon juice, chopped hazelnuts, and remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil into the brown butter.
Season the hazelnut brown butter sauce with salt and pepper.
Serve the roasted halibut with hazelnut brown butter sauce and lemon halves.
Expert advice for the best results
Be careful not to burn the butter when browning.
Adjust the amount of lemon juice to taste.
Garnish with extra tarragon sprigs for a pop of color.
Everything you need to know before you start
15 minutes
The hazelnut brown butter sauce can be made ahead of time and reheated.
Arrange the halibut on a plate and drizzle generously with the hazelnut brown butter sauce. Garnish with lemon halves and fresh tarragon sprigs.
Serve with roasted asparagus or green beans.
Serve with a side of quinoa or rice.
Enhances the fish and lemon flavors.
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