Pistachio-Crusted Halibut
Enjoy our delicious Pistachio-Crusted Halibut recipe atop a hearty Bean Cassoulet featuring a rich blend of black beans, chickpeas and roasted red peppers.
Coated in a fragrant pistachio-cinnamon crust, the tender halibut pairs perfectly with the flavorful, herb-infused bean medley. Garnished with fresh parsley and cilantro, this dish promises a delightful blend of textures and tastes.
Serves 4
- 2 shallots
- 1 red pepper
- 1 tomato
- 2 sprigs of rosemary
- 2 sprigs of thyme
- 200ml tomato paste
- 1 litre of pureed roasted red pepper
- ½ litre veg stock
- 540ml black beans
- 540 ml white beans
- 540ml chickpeas
- salt and pepper to taste
- 2oz garlic oil
- 4 pcs of 4oz halibut
- 1tsp cinnamon
- 1oz pistachio
- 1 oz pistachios
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 4 sprigs parsley
- 4 springs cilantro
- Step 1
In a small pot, sweat off the vegetables with the garlic oil.
- Step 2
Add beans, chickpeas, rosemary and thyme and cook until desired tenderness.
- Step 3
Add salt and pepper, vegetable stock and roasted red pepper and cook down until desired thickness.
- Step 1
Using a grinder, grind up pistachio and cinnamon to a fine crumble.
- Step 2
Pan-sear 4 pieces of halibut, cover with pistachio crust and finish in the oven until the internal temperature reads 120 – 125 degrees Fahrenheit. It should be approximately 3-5 mins in the oven depending on the thickness of the halibut.
- Step 3
Let fish rest once out of the oven for 3-5 mins before plating.
- Step 1
Set out four bowls and place ½ cup of bean cassoulet in each.
- Step 2
Place pistachio-crusted halibut on top of the mounded cassoulet.
- Step 3
Top with turmeric oil and your favourite garnish.