Halibut with Lemon and Herbs

Halibut with Lemon and Herbs

Ingredients:
4 x 6oz halibut fillet
3 tbsp olive oil
1 1/2 tbsp chopped seeded jalapeno pepper
1 tbsp grated lemon rind
1 1/2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
4 tsp chopped fresh cilantro
4 tsp chopped fresh parsley
3 lemon sections, finely chopped
6 cups water
1 parsley sprig
1 cilantro sprig

Directions:
A good pinch of pepper
A good pinch of salt
Salad leaves, to serve
Method:
1. First combine the chopped cilantro, chopped parsley, lemon juice, flesh and rind
and the jalapeno and season lightly.
2. In a separate bowl, combine the water, parsley sprig, cilantro sprig remaining salt
and pepper in a large skillet, then bring the poaching stock to a low simmer (180°
to 190°).
3. Add the fish and cook it for 10 minutes or until it reaches the desired degree of
doneness.
4. Remove fish from pan with a slotted spoon; drain on paper towels. Serve with the
lemon and herb sauce and the salad leaves on the side.