Alaska Halibut with Ras Al Hanout (Morocco)
Chef Toni Sakaguchi demonstrates how to coat this Alaska halibut in Ras Al Hanout, a traditional Moroccan a spice rub. The cooling onion, parsley and sumac salad is the perfect foil to the spices on the fish.
| Ingredients | Amount |
|---|---|
| Alaskan Halibut filet, 4 oz. portions | 2 lbs |
| Ras Al Hanout | 2 oz. |
| Salt and pepper | to taste |
| Olive oil | 1 oz. |
Method
Season the halibut portions with salt and pepper. Sprinkle generously with ras al hanout, being sure to lightly coat all surfaces.
Heat a sauté pan over medium heat. Add the olive oil and the fish filets (presentation side down). Cook for 1 – 2 minutes until golden brown. Turn the fish and continue to cook until the fish is slightly translucent in the center or until desired doneness.
Remove from pan and serve.
Yields 8 portions
Suggested Sides
Golden Raisin & Toasted Almond Couscous; Onion & Parsley Salad with Sumac
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