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    Urban Bliss Life » Blog » Prosciutto-Wrapped Halibut

    Published: January 10, 2022 / Updated: January 3, 2022 by Marlynn Jayme Schotland · This post may contain affiliate links.

    Prosciutto-Wrapped Halibut

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    For a romantic dinner for two, make this simple yet elegant and absolutely delicious Prosciutto Wrapped Halibut with capers and brown butter sauce. It's a one-pan dinner that's restaurant quality and easy to make at home!

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    If you're searching for a recipe for a romantic dinner for two, this Prosciutto Wrapped Halibut with capers and brown butter sauce is a beautiful dish to try. The saltiness of the prosciutto is balanced by the briny tanginess of the capers and the richness of the brown butter sauce.

    We love this recipe for so many reasons!

    • It's all made in one pan, which makes for easy clean up.
    • The ingredients elevate the dish from a basic fish dinner to something truly special.
    • Whether you're new to cooking or you've been cooking for decades, this is an easy fish recipe that anyone can make at home.

    Table of contents

    • Kitchen tools and equipment
    • Key ingredients to make this halibut recipe
    • Step-by-step instructions to make prosciutto wrapped halibut
    • Recipe FAQs
    • More seafood recipes you'll love
    • Wine pairings for halibut
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    Kitchen tools and equipment

    To make this recipe, you just need a few pieces of cookware and cooking utensils:

    Cutting board and knife - Use a sturdy cutting board and sharp knife to mince the garlic.

    Cast iron skillet - You will need a large, oven-safe cast-iron skillet to cook the halibut.

    Spatula - Use a fish spatula or other large spatula to flip the fish over.

    Spoon or spatula - Use a wooden spoon or a heatproof silicone spatula to stir the sauce ingredients together.

    Key ingredients to make this halibut recipe

    ingredients to make prosciutto wrapped halibut

    Halibut - If you can't find fresh halibut at your local seafood shop or the seafood counter at your grocery store deli, you can use frozen. Just be sure to thaw completely before cooking.

    Halibut is a thick, white fish that can stand up to the big flavors in this dish. It also contains a variety of heart-healthy nutrients, including omega-3 fatty acids, niacin, selenium and magnesium. You can substitute cod instead, if you prefer.

    Black pepper - You'll season both sides of the fish with ground black pepper. No need to season with salt since the prosciutto is already salty.

    Prosciutto - Prosciutto is thinly sliced, salt-cured, dry-aged Italian ham. You can usually find it in your grocery store's deli section near other common charcuterie items and cheeses.

    Butter - Be sure to use unsalted butter in this recipe, since the prosciutto is inherently salty already.

    Capers - These tiny round green pops of brininess are the unripened green flower buds of the caper bush. They are usually cured in salt or pickled in brine. You can usually find them in small glass containers in the condiment aisle of your grocery store, near olives and pickles.

    Garlic - The recipe calls for two cloves of garlic, but you can adjust the amount to suit your taste preference.

    Parsley - Use flat-leaf Italian parsley to add a nice fresh herbiness to the dish. You can use curly parsley instead if you can't find flat-leaf Italian parsley.

    Lemon juice - Use freshly squeezed lemon juice for the best flavor. Or, use store-bought lemon juice in a pinch.

    Step-by-step instructions to make prosciutto wrapped halibut

    These photo instructions walk you through step-by-step how to make this fish recipe. Be sure to print out the recipe card at the bottom of the post, which contains the full ingredient measurements and full cooking instructions.

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    • prosciutto wrapped halibut

    Preheat the oven to 450°F. Pat the halibut fillets dry with a paper towel. Season both sides of each fish fillet with ground black pepper.

    Pat both fish fillets dry with a paper towel. Season both sides of each fillet with ground black pepper. Wrap each fillet with thinly sliced prosciutto, so that one slice wraps around the top half and one slice wraps around the bottom half and the two slightly overlap in the middle.

    • prosciutto wrapped halibut

    Heat the olive oil in a large cast iron skillet over medium-high heat. Once the oil is hot, add the fish fillets and brown each side slightly, just about 2 to 3 minutes on each side. Be sure to watch the fillets carefully so that the prosciutto doesn't burn.

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    • halibut in a skillet in the oven

    Transfer the skillet to the middle rack of the oven and bake for about 6 to 7 minutes, until a thermometer inserted into the center of the fish reads 135°F. Use oven mitts or pot holders to remove the hot skillet from the oven and place onto your stove. Then transfer the fish to a plate and set it aside.

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    • sauteeing capers and butter

    To the hot skillet (remember: the handle will still be very hot, so wear oven mitts for safety!), add the butter and allow it to melt down over medium-high heat.

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    • sauteeing capers in butter

    Just before the butter is completely melted, reduce the heat to medium and add the capers, garlic, parsley, lemon juice. Stir the ingredients together with a wooden spoon or heatproof silicon spatula and cook for 1 to 2 minutes, just until the garlic becomes soft and fragrant.

    Set each fish fillet onto its own plate. Spoon the caper brown butter sauce over each fillet. Serve immediately.

    Recipe FAQs

    prosciutto wrapped halibut on a green plate
    What's the difference between halibut and cod?

    Halibut is a thicker and firmer fish compared to cod. Both are delicious, and in a pinch you could definitely substitute cod for halibut in this recipe.

    What's a good substitute for capers?

    It's really hard to find a 1:1 substitute for capers. They have such a specific taste, shape, and texture. If you can't find capers, try to finely chop up green olives instead. It won't be exactly the same, but the olives will provide a somewhat similar texture and salty, briny flavor akin to capers.

    More seafood recipes you'll love

    • Poached Halibut
    • Sheet Pan Salmon and Veggies
    • Tuna Pasta with Capers
    • Grilled Bacon Wrapped Scallops
    • Easy Air Fryer Lobster Tails

    Wine pairings for halibut

    two plates of prosciutto wrapped halibut

    This dish has complexity in flavors that can make it trickier to pair with wines compared to other fish recipes. I've found that a delicate, refreshing Pinot Grigio can help balance the big flavors of this dish. If you can find a Verdicchio wine, the flavors can match the bold salty briny capers.

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    Prosciutto-Wrapped Halibut with Capers

    5 from 8 votes
    Prep Time: 10 minutes mins
    Cook Time: 20 minutes mins
    Total Time: 30 minutes mins
    Recipe by Marlynn Schotland
    This elegant fish dish makes for a romantic dinner for two and easy, elegant weeknight dinner.
    Servings: 2 people
    Calories: 489kcal
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    Equipment

    • Cast Iron Skillet

    Ingredients

    • 2 (6 to 8 ounce) skinless halibut fillets, about 1-inch thick
    • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
    • 4 slices prosciutto
    • 1 Tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
    • 4 Tablespoons unsalted butter
    • 1 Tablespoon capers, drained and rinsed
    • 1 garlic clove, minced
    • 1 Tablespoon finely chopped fresh parsley
    • 1 teaspoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
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    Instructions

    • Preheat the oven to 450°F.
    • Pat both fish fillets dry with a paper towel. Season both sides of each fillet with ground black pepper. Wrap each fillet with thinly sliced prosciutto, so that one slice wraps around the top half and one slice wraps around the bottom half and the two slightly overlap in the middle.
    • Heat the olive oil in a large cast iron skillet over medium-high heat. Once the oil is hot, add the fish fillets and brown each side slightly, just about 2 to 3 minutes on each side. Be sure to watch the fillets carefully so that the prosciutto doesn't burn. Transfer the skillet to the middle rack of the oven and bake for about 6 to 7 minutes, until a thermometer inserted into the center of the fish reads 135°F. Use oven mitts or pot holders to remove the hot skillet from the oven and place onto your stove. Then transfer the fish to a plate and set it aside.
    • To the hot skillet (remember: the handle will still be very hot, so wear oven mitts for safety!), add the butter and allow it to melt down over medium-high heat. Just before the butter is completely melted, reduce the heat to medium and add the capers, garlic, parsley, lemon juice. Stir the ingredients together with a wooden spoon or heatproof silicon spatula and cook for 1 to 2 minutes, just until the garlic becomes soft and fragrant.
    • Set each fish fillet onto its own plate. Spoon the caper brown butter sauce over each fillet. Serve immediately.

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    Notes

    Fish substitute: You can use cod instead of halibut. 
    Tried this recipe?Please leave a star rating and comment! Then snap a pic of your dish and share it on social media. Tag @UrbanBlissLife and #UrbanBlissLife!

    Nutrition

    Calories: 489kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 34g | Fat: 38g | Saturated Fat: 18g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 15g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 154mg | Sodium: 337mg | Potassium: 803mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 995IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 28mg | Iron: 1mg

    Nutrition information is a general estimate. Actual nutrition details may vary depending on the exact foods & brands you use to make this recipe. It does not take into account any substitutions, toppings, or optional ingredients.

    Recipe adapted from America's Test Kitchen

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      1. Toni says

        January 10, 2022 at 1:49 pm

        5 stars
        My whole family loved this and was so impressed! I will definitely make it again!

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      2. Holley says

        January 10, 2022 at 1:44 pm

        5 stars
        This recipe is perfect for my next date night meal! I'm really looking forward to making this!

        Reply
      3. Priya Srinivasan says

        January 10, 2022 at 1:41 pm

        5 stars
        Love the intro, a romantic dinner for two. Dish looks amazing, with the topping and sauce it is tempting and perfect for a cozy dinner!

        Reply
      4. Claudia Lamascolo says

        January 10, 2022 at 1:02 pm

        5 stars
        This was delicious the family really enjoy all the flavors and will make again soon even with other white fish

        Reply
      5. Claudia Lamascolo says

        January 10, 2022 at 1:01 pm

        5 stars
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      6. Angela says

        January 10, 2022 at 12:49 pm

        5 stars
        This recipe is so full of flavor! I made it for a family dinner. Everyone loved it.

        Reply
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