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pan fried halibut and white beans
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Pan-Fried Halibut and Creamy White Beans

Pan-Fried Halibut and Creamy White Beans is halibut seared to golden perfection, and the beans are simmered in a rich, garlicky broth that ties everything together beautifully.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time15 minutes
Course: Main Course, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Beans, Fish
Servings: 4 Servings
Calories: 441kcal
Author: Angela Morris

Ingredients

For the halibut:

  • 4 halibut fillets 4-6 oz each
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil divided
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • Salt and ground black pepper for seasoning

For the white beans:

  • 30 ounces cans cannellini beans drained and rinsed, 2-15 ounce cans
  • 3/4 cup chicken stock
  • Zest of a lemon
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary or 1 teaspoon fresh
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan freshly grated
  • 2 cups baby spinach
  • Lemon wedges
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Instructions

For the halibut:

  • Pat dry the filets. Coat with 1 tablespoon of olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Set aside.
  • Heat a large skillet over medium heat. When hot, add 1 tablespoon of olive oil and the butter to the pan and let it melt, then add the halibut and cook, turning gently, for about 3 minutes per side. Turn down the heat if necessary. When the fish reaches 125°F, remove it from the pan.

For the white beans:

  • Heat a pot over medium heat. Add the beans, stock, lemon zest, garlic and salt. Cook at a low simmer for about 5 minutes, until the liquid is partially reduced. Add the spinach and let it wilt.
  • Add the rosemary and Parmesan cheese. Stir gently to incorporate.
  • Garnish with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice and serve immediately.

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Notes

  • Before frying, make sure the halibut is dry to get that perfect golden crust.
  • Adding fresh rosemary or thyme to the beans elevates the flavor.
  • Fry the halibut in batches if needed to ensure even cooking and a nice sear.
  • Canned beans will cook down and break apart faster than dried beans. If you cook them too long they will become mush.

Nutrition

Calories: 441kcal | Carbohydrates: 35g | Protein: 47g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 96mg | Sodium: 917mg | Potassium: 883mg | Fiber: 11g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 1659IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 234mg | Iron: 5mg