Panfried halibut with cherry tomatoes

Prep: 10 mins

Cook: 15 mins

Delicious light supper which is perfect for entertaining.

2 halibut fillets

Salt and pepper

2 tbsp olive oil

1 shallot, dicd

2 garlic cloves, minced

185g cherry tomatoes, halved

2 tsp fennel seeds

125ml white wine

Handful of purple basil, to scatter (substitute for regular basil if you like)

Season the fillets with salt and pepper.

Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a non-stick frying pan over a medium heat. Add the fillets and cook for 3-4 minuteson each side. Transfer to a plate and cover to keep warm.

Reduce the heat and add the shallot and garlic, cook until translucent. Add the cherry tomatoes, fennel seeds and a pinch of salt and cook until the tomatoes begin to wilt.

Add the white wine and cook, stirring occasionally until it has reduced by half.

Spoon the tomato mixture on top of the halibut fillets and scatter with basil, before serving.

Serves
2

Preparation Time
10 minutes

Cooking Time
15 minutes

Main ingredients
Dairy, Fish, Oil, Garlic, Herbs

Recipe Type
Dinner, Easy Recipes

Special Info
Gluten free, Nut free, Egg free

Level of Difficulty
Easy