Halibut with Shiitake Mushrooms, Tequila, Cilantro

Pan-seared halibut with shiitake mushrooms, tequila, and cilantro served with a flavorful sauce.

Ingredients

IngredientQty.Unit
Halibut Fillet (skinless and boneless)800Grams
Shiitake Mushrooms (sliced)300Grams
Tequila (silver)120Milliliters
Cilantro (chopped)1Bunch
Lime (juiced)2Count
Garlic (minced)4Clove
Olive Oil (extra virgin)4Tbsp
Butter (unsalted)50Grams
Chicken Broth (low sodium)250Milliliters
Salt (to taste)1Tsp
Black Pepper (freshly ground)1Tsp

Instructions

  1. Season the halibut fillets with salt and black pepper on both sides.
  2. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  3. Add the halibut fillets to the skillet and sear for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
  4. In the same skillet, add the remaining olive oil and butter. Sauté the minced garlic until fragrant.
  5. Add the sliced shiitake mushrooms and cook for 5 minutes until they are tender.
  6. Pour in the tequila and lime juice, stirring to deglaze the pan.
  7. Add the chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Cook for 5 minutes to reduce the sauce slightly.
  8. Return the halibut fillets to the skillet and spoon the sauce over them. Cook for an additional 2 minutes.
  9. Garnish with chopped cilantro before serving.

Kitchen equipment

Large SkilletCitrus Juicer