Halibut with Lemon Caper Sauce

Ingredients

Halibut fillets

4 (6-ounce) fillets

Salt

to taste

Black pepper

to taste

Olive oil

2 tablespoons

Unsalted butter

3 tablespoons

Garlic

3 cloves, minced

Lemon juice

1/4 cup, freshly squeezed

Capers

2 tablespoons, rinsed and drained

Fresh parsley

2 tablespoons, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

1. Season the halibut fillets generously with salt and black pepper on both sides.
2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the halibut fillets and cook until golden brown and cooked through, about 3-4 minutes per side. Remove from the skillet and set aside on a plate.
3. In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium and add the unsalted butter. Once melted, add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
4. Pour in the freshly squeezed lemon juice and add the capers. Stir well and bring to a simmer. Allow the sauce to cook for 2 minutes, letting the flavors meld together.
5. Return the halibut fillets to the skillet, spooning the sauce over the top. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, just until the halibut is heated through.
6. Remove from heat and sprinkle with freshly chopped parsley before serving.