Walnut Crusted Halibut Recipe

Cold-water fish like halibut are a rich source of the omega-3 essential fats. Recent research indicates that omega 3 fatty acids are beneficial in preventing strokes, heart attacks, Alzheimer's disease, and a host of other health problems. By just adding 2 - 3 servings a week of salmon, tuna, cod or halibut to your diet, you may benefit greatly. Other foods that are a good source of the omega-3's are walnuts and flaxseed.

I'm trying to add more cold-water fish to our weekly diet, with much protesting from my husband who insists he doesn't like fish. However, here is a recipe that he has asked me to repeat, so maybe your family will like it too.

Walnut Crusted Halibut With Honey Soy Sauce

1/4 cup flour
Pinch of salt and pepper
2 cups clover honey
1/3 cup soy sauce
Four 6-ounce Alaskan halibut fillets
2 eggs lightly beaten with 1 tablespoon water
1 1/2 cups walnuts, toasted, chopped
1 tablespoon olive oil

Preheat the oven to 375 degrees.

Stir a pinch of salt and pepper into the flour and reserve in a shallow dish. Whisk together the honey and soy sauce and reserve in another dish.

Dip the halibut fillets in the flour, coating thoroughly and shaking gently to remove any excess. Next dip them in the beaten egg wash, draining off any excess; then immediately roll them in the walnuts to coat. Reserve for 5 minutes to allow the coating to "set."

Heat the olive oil in an ovenproof skillet large enough to hold the fillets, and add the fish. Cook on one side until golden brown, flip carefully and put it immediately into the oven for 5 minutes, or until cooked through. Arrange on a plate and drizzle with the reserved honey-soy sauce.

Makes 4 servings.