Chef Thomas Keller's Pan Roasted Atlantic Halibut
Thomas Keller's Pan Roasted Atlantic Halibut with a Whole Grain Mustard Sauce
Recipe courtesy of Chef Thomas Keller
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Chef Thomas Keller Recipes
Servings
2
Indulge in the artistry of fine dining with our featured recipe from renowned chef, Thomas Keller. This exquisite Halibut dish, prepared with meticulous attention to detail, showcases the harmonious interplay of simple yet sublime ingredients. First, we present his Halibut with Brown Butter and Thyme, a dish that transforms humble halibut fillets into a symphony of flavors and textures. But that's not all—accompanying this delectable seafood creation is a luscious Whole Grain Mustard Sauce, adding a layer of complexity and depth that will leave your taste buds singing. With precise instructions and the genius of Thomas Keller as your guide, you're about to embark on a culinary journey that promises to delight your senses and impress your guests.
Ingredients
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Grapeseed Oil
- Kosher Salt
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Halibut, center cut fillet, 5 oz. 2 Portions (150 g) each
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Unsalted Butter, cut into small cubes 1.5 oz (45 g)
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Garlic Clove, crushed 1 ea
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Sprigs of Thyme, 3 ea
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Finishing salt such as Maldon Salt
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Shallots 1 T (15 g), minced very finely
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Sauvignon Blanc 3/4 cups + 1 T (185 g)
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Heavy Cream 1/4 cup (55 g)
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Unsalted Butter 6 T (85 g), cut into small cubes, cold
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Dijon Mustard 1 T (15 g)
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Whole Grain Mustard 2 t (10 g)
- Kosher Salt, season to taste
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11” NanoBond® Skillet
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2-qt. NanoBond® Saucepan
Pan Roasted Atlantic Halibut
Whole Grain Mustard Sauce
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Directions
Pan Roasted Atlantic Halibut
Pat the halibut dry with paper towels.
- Season the top and bottom of the portions with kosher salt.
Heat the 11” NanoBond® Skillet over medium-high heat and add enough grapeseed oil to create a layer 1/8” deep in the bottom of the pan.
- Once the oil begins to ripple and you begin to see faint whisps of smoke, carefully lay the nicest surface of the halibut down into the oil.
- Turn the heat down to medium, then continue to cook the fish until it is a deep golden brown.
- Gently turn the portions over and continue to cook for about 30 seconds.
- Carefully pour out most of the oil into a heat resistant container, then return to heat.
- Add the cubed butter to the pan. Once the butter is melted and begins to foam, add the crushed garlic and thyme.
- Tilt the pan towards you to pool the butter near the handle. Baste the fish with a large spoon until the butter browns and the fish is cooked to your liking.
- Remove the fish from the pan and set on a few layers of clean paper towels to drain.
- Finish the halibut with a light sprinkle of finishing salt and serve immediately.
Whole Grain Mustard Sauce
Combine the wine and shallots in the 2-qt. NanoBond® Saucepan over medium heat.
- Reduce until almost all of the liquid has evaporated.
- Add the heavy cream then continue cooking until it is reduced by half.
- Over medium-low heat, add one third of the butter at a time and whisk until emulsified. Repeat with the remaining thirds of butter.
- After all the butter has been emulsified, remove the sauce from the heat and whisk in the Dijon and whole grain mustards.
- Taste and adjust the seasoning with kosher salt.
- Serve immediately.