Gluten Sensitivity
This recipe is safe for those who are sensitive to gluten.
"I always eat my peas with honey;
I've done it all my life.
They do taste kind of funny but
It keeps them on my knife."
The refrigerator light goes on...
Peas are one of the best items to keep in your freezer. They are almost as good as fresh peas and can make the most simple dish elegant.
Frozen Peas
The first time I had fresh peas I almost cried they were so good. But peas are not one of those vegetables that are widely available or available year round. I am not fond of canned peas. I find them to be softer and less fresh tasting than frozen peas. They usually contain much more salt as well.
Thaw the frozen peas and rinse under cool water. Drain and add to a blender with the fresh basil, salt and pepper.
Purée in blender until smooth.
Place in a sauce pan and heat over medium heat. Heat the sauce, stirring frequently. When hot, reduce the heat to low to keep warm.
Preheat oven to 400° F.
Turn the halibut filets skin side up on a cutting board and lightly cut stripes in the skin about 1 inch apart. Don't cut completely through the skin to the flesh (this is to keep the filet from curling as the fish cooks).
In a large non-stick skillet, heat the olive oil over high heat. The oil should be very hot - almost smoking.
Place the halibut filets in the hot pan skin side up. Cook for about 2 minutes until the flesh is light brown and has a slight crust to it.
Turn and allow to cook for about a minute on the skin side and then place in the hot oven. Roast for about 8 more minutes.
As the fish nears being done, divide the sauce between four plates making a large pool in the bottom of each plate. Top the sauce with the roasted fish and garnish with fresh basil sprigs.
Nutrition Facts
Serving size = 4 ounces fish
Servings = 4
Amount Per Serving
Calories 246
Calories from Fat 38
% Daily Value
Total Fat 4g
7%
Saturated Fat 1g
3%
Monounsaturated Fat 2g
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 36mg
12%
Sodium 372mg
15%
Total Carbohydrates 20g
7%
Dietary Fiber 6g
24%
Sugars 8g
Protein 31g
Vitamin A 66%
Vitamin C 44%
Calcium 9%
Iron 18%
Vitamin K 49 mcg
Potassium 741 mg
Magnesium 133 mg
Dr. Gourmet Healthy Recipes : Main Course: Halibut with Basil Pea Puree
