Brown Butter Lemon Halibut (Low FODMAP)

10 Minutes prep • 20 Minutes cook • Low FODMAP • Gluten-free • Serves 4

I like to challenge myself to make meals that cook in the time it takes to cook the rice. This dish comes together in under 30 minutes, including prep, from start to finish. Tender flaky fish with a lemony brown butter sauce makes a wonderful combination. You can use halibut or any other firm white fish available. The mild flavor is enhanced with the rich nuttiness of the browned butter.

Ingredients

2 cups white rice, prepared per package instructions

About 1 1/2 pounds of halibut fillets (or another firm white-fleshed fish), cut into 4 pieces

Kosher salt and black pepper

2 tablespoons olive oil

4 tablespoons butter

12 to 15 fresh sage leaves (or 2 teaspoons dry sage)

2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice

2 tablespoons finely chopped parsley (optional), for serving

Lemon wedges, for serving

Directions

(1) Prepare: Sprinkle both sides of each filet with salt and pepper and put the rice on the stove to cook.

(2) Cook the fish: Pour oil into a heavy skillet large enough for fish to cook in one layer, and set over medium-high heat. When oil is hot (but not smoking), swirl to coat the pan evenly, then add the fish in a single layer. Cook undisturbed for 3 to 4 minutes until nicely browned on one side. Adjust the heat as needed to produce a steady sizzle and prevent burning. Flip the fish and cook it for another 3 minutes or so, until just done. (It should flake easily.) Remove the fish and keep warm.

(3) Make the sauce: Place the skillet back over medium-high heat. Add butter and sage leaves (or dry sage). Cook butter, swirling the pan, until foamy and just beginning to brown, about 1 minute.

(4) Finish: Turn off the heat and stir in the fresh-squeezed lemon juice.

(5) Plate and serve: Serve the fish over the rice with the sage/butter sauce drizzled over the top. Sprinkle with chopped parsley and serve immediately, with lemon wedges and a crisp and colorful green salad alongside.

Eat and enjoy every bite because you can!

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