Ingredients and Weight:
- Halibut fillets: 1 pound, cut into 8 equal pieces
- Phyllo dough: 1 package (12 sheets)
- Olive oil: 1/4 cup
- Melted butter: 2 tablespoons
- Lemon juice: 1/4 cup
- Scallions, thinly sliced: 1/2 cup
- Salt and pepper: to taste
Preparation Time:
15 minutes
Cooking Time:
20 minutes
Difficulty Level:
2 (easy)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Brush halibut fillets with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
- Separate phyllo dough sheets and brush with melted butter.
- Place a halibut fillet at one end of each dough sheet.
- Fold dough over halibut, starting with one side and then the other, and continuing around to the end.
- Brush wrapped fillets with additional melted butter.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Place wrapped fillets on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until phyllo dough is golden brown and halibut is cooked through.
- While fillets are baking, whisk together lemon juice and scallions in a small bowl.
Nutritional Information:
(per serving)
- Calories: 350
- Fat: 15 grams
- Protein: 25 grams
- Carbohydrates: 20 grams
Dish Characteristics:
- Flaky, tender halibut
- Crispy, golden brown phyllo dough
- Bright, tangy lemon scallion sauce
- Elegant and easy-to-make
User Comments:
- "Absolutely delicious! The fish was moist and flavorful, and the phyllo dough was perfectly crispy."
- "I love the combination of flavors in this dish. The lemon and scallions perfectly complement the halibut."
- "This is a perfect meal for a special occasion. It's both elegant and easy to make."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- To ensure even cooking, use halibut fillets of similar thickness.
- Keep an eye on the fillets while baking to prevent overcooking.
- Serve the fillets with the lemon scallion sauce immediately after baking.
