Pan Seared Parmesan Crusted Halibut

5 from 7 votes

This pan-seared parmesan crusted halibut is the perfect recipe to add to your seafood repertoire.

Prep Time15

Cook Time4

Total Time19

Course: Entree

Cuisine: American

Servings:

Calories: 153kcal

Allow the halibut to rest for at least 20 minutes before cooking.
In a bowl, mix the panko bread crumbs, parmesan cheese, lemon zest, parsley, and grated garlic. Season the bread crumb mixture lightly with salt. In a separate bowl, whisk 1 egg.
Season the halibut on both sides with salt and pepper.
Dip the halibut in the egg, shaking off any excess, and then coat it in the breadcrumb mixture. Make sure to press the breadcrumbs onto the fish. You shouldn't be able to see the flesh of the fish underneath the breadcrumbs.
Heat some oil over medium-high heat. Reduce the heat to medium and cook the halibut for 3 minutes on each side depending on the thickness of the fish. Serve with fresh lemon and enjoy!

Use the freshest halibut you can get your hands on.
Can't find halibut? Use any type of firm white fish such as haddock, cod, or grouper.
It's better to undercook your fish than overcook it because you can always throw it back on the skillet and cook for a couple more minutes. With that being said, cook the halibut for 2 minutes on each side and then check it. If the fish is translucent, it needs to be cooked a little extra.
Pat dry the halibut fillets with a paper towel before seasoning with salt and pepper.
Don't cook the fish on high heat otherwise, the breadcrumbs will burn. Cook over medium heat.
Try to use even-sized fillets so it cooks evenly.