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Gordon Ramsay Potato-Crusted Halibut – Crispy, Golden & Perfectly Cooked

Gordon Ramsay Potato-Crusted Halibut recipe
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Gordon Ramsay’s Potato-Crusted Halibut is a dish where fresh halibut fillets are wrapped in thinly sliced potatoes and pan-seared until golden and crispy. The result is a perfectly cooked, flaky fish encased in a crunchy, buttery crust. The dish is often served with a light lemon butter sauce, sautéed greens, or a creamy purée for a balanced meal.

Ingredients

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  • 2 halibut fillets (6 oz each, skin removed)
  • 1 medium Yukon Gold potato (thinly sliced with a mandoline)
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves (optional)

For the Lemon Butter Sauce (Optional):

  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • ½ cup chicken or vegetable stock
  • 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp capers (optional)

Instructions

Prepare the Halibut and Potato Crust:

  1. Season the halibut – Pat the fillets dry and season both sides with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.
  2. Slice the potato – Using a mandoline or sharp knife, slice the potato into very thin rounds.
  3. Layer the potato slices – Overlap the potato slices slightly to form a thin sheet, then carefully wrap it around the halibut fillet, pressing gently to help it stick.

Sear the Potato-Crusted Halibut:

  1. Heat the pan – In a non-stick or cast-iron skillet, heat olive oil and 1 tbsp butter over medium-high heat.
  2. Sear the potato side first – Place the potato-covered side down in the pan and cook for 3-4 minutes until golden and crispy.
  3. Flip and cook the other side – Gently flip the halibut and cook for another 3-4 minutes, basting with butter and thyme until the fish is cooked through.

Make the Lemon Butter Sauce (Optional):

  1. Deglaze the pan – Remove the fish and add butter and garlic, cooking for 30 seconds.
  2. Add stock and lemon juice – Pour in chicken stock and lemon juice, stirring until reduced slightly.
  3. Finish with capers – Stir in capers for extra briny flavor.

Serve the Dish:

  1. Plate the halibut – Spoon the lemon butter sauce over the fish and serve immediately.

Find it online: https://gordonramsayeats.com/gordon-ramsay-potato-crusted-halibut/