Balsamic Glazed Halibut
I pretty much always make salmon when we have fish, I decided to try something different and the halibut at the store looked especially good. Instead of baking it with just simple olive oil salt and pepper I decided to make a balsamic marinade which I then made a glaze out of.
It very simple and delicious!
Marinade:
1/2 cup balsamic
1/4 cup olive oil
1T dijon
1T honey
salt and pepper
The filets marinaded for about 2 hours. I then broiled them in the oven on a hot sizzle platter which took about 10-12 min depending on the thickness.
While the fish cooked I put the remaining marinade in a skillet and reduced it (to about half) which became a thick gooey glaze. I paired the fish with some peppery wilted arugala, creamy parmesan orzo and heirloom tomato caprese.
Orzo:
I cooked the orzo as directed on the box and drained then added back to the pot. I added about a half stick of butter, 1cup fresh grated parmesan and salt/pepper to taste.
Tomato Caprese:
The tomatoes didn't need anything except some fresh mozzarella a sprig of basil a splash of olive oil and some salt and pepper -- fresh tomatoes might be one of the best parts of summer.
Fresh Fruit Salad:
I used to buy the packaged, cut up fruit because it saved time. I have realized how much better it is to buy the fruit and cut it myself. Its less expensive and you can choose exactly what you want, it's worth the 15 min of prep.
Here is the fruit salad I served as dessert, it looks like a bowl of jewels!
I was also recently in New York and ate at Jean-George's Spice Market. I had amazing diced fruit soaked in coconut milk and cream which I am going to try to replicate soon. SO refreshing.
