Baked Halibut with Herb Butter

Wild Alaskan halibut's pristine, clean flavor deserves a preparation that lets it shine. This recipe pairs thick halibut portions with a compound butter packed with fresh dill, parsley, and chives. As it bakes at 400 degrees, the butter slowly melts over the fish, basting it continuously and creating a luscious herb-infused sauce right in the pan. It's the kind of effortless elegance that makes people think you spent hours in the kitchen.

Ingredients

• 4 wild Alaskan halibut portions (6 oz each)
• 4 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
• 2 tbsp fresh dill, finely chopped
• 1 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped
• 1 tbsp fresh chives, finely chopped
• 1 tsp lemon zest
• 1 small clove garlic, finely minced
• 1/2 tsp sea salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• Lemon wedges for serving

Instructions

1. Preheat oven: Set oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Make herb butter: In a small bowl, combine softened butter, dill, parsley, chives, lemon zest, and garlic. Mix until well combined. This can be made ahead and refrigerated.
3. Prep halibut: Pat halibut portions thoroughly dry. Season both sides with salt and pepper. Place on the prepared baking sheet.
4. Top with butter: Place a generous tablespoon of herb butter on top of each halibut portion. Press gently to adhere.
5. Bake: Bake for 13-15 minutes until the halibut is opaque and flakes easily with a fork. Internal temperature should reach 145°F. The butter will have melted into a fragrant pool around the fish.
6. Serve: Transfer halibut to plates and spoon the melted herb butter from the pan over each piece. Serve with lemon wedges.