Candida Diet Friendly Paleo Halibut with Herb Sauce
Fresh halibut is one of those proteins that rewards simple, clean cooking, and this skillet method delivers a beautifully golden crust with a tender, flaky interior every single time. The real star is the vibrant herb sauce ā a bright, oil-based blend of flat-leaf parsley, basil, and chives lifted with fresh lemon juice, zest, and optional capers that comes together in minutes while the fish cooks. Because the sauce relies entirely on fresh herbs, olive oil, and citrus rather than any sugar, vinegar, or fermented ingredients, it fits naturally into a candida-conscious eating plan without any substitutions or compromises. Avocado oil gives the fillets a high-heat sear that locks in moisture and creates that irresistible golden crust you'd expect from a restaurant plate. Patting the fish completely dry before it hits the pan is the small step that makes the biggest difference ā don't skip it. Spooned generously over each fillet right before serving, the herb sauce soaks into the fish just enough to make every bite feel rich and satisfying. This is the kind of weeknight dinner that looks impressive but asks very little of you.
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4 servings
For the halibut
- 4 halibut fillets (6 oz each), skin-on or skinless
- 2 tbsp avocado oil
- Ā½ tsp kosher salt
- Ā¼ tsp black pepper
For the herb sauce
- Ā½ cup fresh flat-leaf parsley leaves, finely chopped
- Ā¼ cup fresh basil leaves, finely chopped
- 2 tbsp fresh chives, thinly sliced
- ā cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 1 tsp capers, drained and roughly chopped (optional)
- Ā¼ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- Ā¼ tsp kosher salt
Instructions
- 1
In a small bowl, combine the parsley, basil, chives, olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, capers (if using), red pepper flakes (if using), and 1/4 tsp salt. Stir until evenly mixed, then set aside at room temperature while you cook the fish.
- 2
Pat the halibut fillets thoroughly dry with paper towels, then season both sides with the 1/2 tsp salt and black pepper.
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