Hazelnut-Crusted Halibut with Apple Salsa

HAZELNUT CRUST

3/4 cup toasted, skinned hazelnuts

1/8 teaspoon dry mustard

1/2 teaspoon kosher salt

1/4 teaspoon cayenne

1 tablespoon lemon zest

1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves

FISH AND SALSA

4 Pacific halibut fillets, about 6 oz. each

3 tablespoons melted unsalted butter

3 tablespoons roasted hazelnut oil

2 tablespoons minced shallots

1 3/4 cups chopped apple such as Fuji

2 tablespoons lemon juice

2 teaspoons Dijon mustard

1/2 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme leaves, plus leaves for garnish

1/4 teaspoon kosher salt

1/4 teaspoon pepper

Pinch of cayenne

Step 1

Preheat oven to 425°. Make crust: Whirl ingredients in a food processor until nuts are finely chopped.

Step 2

Make fish: Brush halibut with butter, pat nut mixture all over fish, and set on a greased baking sheet. Cook just until fish is opaque in center, 10 to 15 minutes.

Step 3

Make salsa: Heat oil in a medium frying pan over medium-low heat, add shallots and apple, and cook until slightly softened, about 2 minutes; remove from heat. In a small bowl, whisk together lemon juice and remaining ingredients; stir into apple mixture. Serve halibut with apple salsa and sprinkle with a little more thyme.

Step 4

Note: Nutritional analysis is per serving.

Nutrition Facts

Amount Per Serving
Calories 495Calories from Fat 63

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 35g54%

Saturated Fat 7.9g40%
Cholesterol 106mg36%
Sodium 456mg19%
Total Carbohydrate 14g5%

Dietary Fiber 3.8g16%
Protein 35g70%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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Hazelnut-Crusted Halibut with Apple Salsa