Ginger-Orange Halibut Cheeks with Soy-Sesame Glaze
Ginger-Orange Halibut Cheeks with Soy-Sesame Glaze balance citrus brightness with warm ginger, nutty sesame, and a gentle chile kick. The tender, pan-seared cheeks stay juicy under a glossy sauce that’s both tangy and savory, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a light, elegant meal with rice and spring vegetables.
- Prep10 mins
- Cook10 mins
- Serves2
- DifficultyEasy
- 1
In a small bowl, whisk together the orange juice, cilantro, ginger, garlic, soy sauce, sesame oil, and red pepper flakes; set aside.
- 2
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
- 3
Cook the halibut cheeks until golden brown on each side, 2 to 3 minutes per side.
- 4
Pour the orange juice mixture into the skillet and bring it to a boil.
- 5
Lower the heat to medium and simmer until the halibut flakes easily with a fork and the sauce has thickened slightly.
- 6
Transfer the halibut cheeks to a plate and drizzle with the orange sauce to serve.
- Calories 198.13 kcal Moderate
- Protein 11.37 g Good Source
- Carbs 15.11 g Moderate
- Total Fat 9.49 g Moderate
- Saturated Fat 1.3 g Moderate
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 28.08 mg Moderate
- Sodium 323.14 mg Moderate
- Fiber 0.08 g Low Source
- Sugar 2.83 g Moderate
- Added Sugar 0.0 g Low Source
- Calcium 218.08 mg Moderate
- Iron 0.25 mg Low Source
- Potassium 65.54 mg Low Source
- Vitamin A 21.03 mcg_rae Low Source
- Vitamin C 32.92 mg Good Source
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Citrus 🍊
- Fish 🐟
- Soy 🌱
- Sesame
- Garlic 🧄