Easy Grilled Halibut with Cilantro Garlic Butter
A quick and flavorful seafood recipe featuring perfectly grilled halibut topped with a zesty cilantro garlic butter. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or special occasion.
Equipment
- 1 Grill or grill pan
- 1 Tongs
- 1 Small saucepan
- 1 Knife
- 1 Cutting board
- 1 Spatula
Ingredients
- 2 halibut fillets 6-8 oz each
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 2 tbsp fresh cilantro chopped
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Lemon wedges for serving
Instructions
- Preheat the grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
- Season the halibut fillets with salt and pepper.
- In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Stir in chopped cilantro and lemon juice. Remove from heat.
- Place the halibut fillets on the grill. Cook for 4-6 minutes per side until the fish flakes easily with a fork.
- Remove the halibut from the grill and drizzle with the cilantro garlic butter.
- Serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side.
Notes
- For a spicier version, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the garlic butter.
- Halibut can be substituted with cod, mahi-mahi, or sea bass.
- Make the cilantro garlic butter ahead of time and store in the fridge; bring to room temperature before serving.