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READY IN 25 mins

Barbeque Halibut Steaks

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"A simple recipe for barbecued halibut. Soy sauce and brown sugar add a special zip that is uncommonly delicious." — Duane Glende

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Original recipe makes 3 servings Change Servings

2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons brown sugar
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon lemon juice

2 teaspoons soy sauce
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 (1 pound) halibut steak

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Directions

Preheat grill for medium-high heat.
Place butter, brown sugar, garlic, lemon juice, soy sauce, and pepper in a small saucepan. Warm over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until sugar is completely dissolved.
Lightly oil grill grate. Brush fish with brown sugar sauce, and place on grill. Cook for 5 minutes per side, or until fish can be easily flaked with a fork, basting with sauce. Discard remaining basting sauce.

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PREP 10 mins
COOK 15 mins
READY IN 25 mins

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Yummy!! I used halibut steaks (3 steaks about 1.75 lbs total) and marinated them for a couple of hours. I changed the marinade just a little - first of all I doubled it, and I used olive oil instead of butter. I also used honey instead of brown sugar and added a couple of extra garlic cloves. I used the garlic press instead of a knife for the garlic because I like the way pressed garlic works in a marinade. I grilled my halibut on a stovetop grill, 5 minutes on the first side and 4 on the second, and I boiled the leftover marinade to drizzle over the fish on the plate. We loved it and I will make it again. I'll probably use this marinade on a slightly less expensive fish - here in NY the halibut cost $15.99 lb, so, it was a bit pricey. But what a gorgeous fish steak! Thanks.

—rainstripe

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Jun 29, 2007

Very unusual flavor. It was edible, but not exactly enjoyable. My boyfriend thought it tasted like sweet and sour fish. I followed the recipe closely, only variation was to marinate the fish in the sauce for appx. 15 min. Won't make again, sorry

—j.love

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Apr 13, 2006

Tried this recipe for the first time last night and I must say it was fantastic! I marinated the Halibut for several hours before grilling. I think the butter flavor is essential so rather than substituting oil for butter I just melted the butter and allowed it to sit in the marinade before adding the Halibut. Of course it thickened up again, but once the Halibut was on the grill, it just melted into the fish. My whole family enjoyed this recipe. Thank you!

—ryanandkylesmom

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Dec 13, 2003

How could I go wrong making this dish after all the excellent reviews? It was delicious! I marinated the halibut for about 4 hours, then baked it at 350 degrees for 15-18 minutes. It was awesome! I also doubed the sauce for extra marinade and dipping sauce. I can't wait to try the fish/marinade on the grill this Spring and Summer.

—KOALAGIRL

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Jun 25, 2006

Absolutely fantastic! I used this on Halibut and Mahi Mahi and the crowd went wild. 60-90 minutes to marinate in an 8 x 8 glass pan, then onto the grill. This is definately a keeper.

—MrHappy1353

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Dec 10, 2003

GREAT recipe, great marinade. I used this with Tilapia, and it was fantastic, and so easy! I will definitely use this again with other fish, chicken, pork and it would be great on grilled veggies. I, too, doubled the marinade, and it was more than enough. Thanks for the recipe!

—CHRISTAMACD

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Mar 28, 2007

I loved this one...although I did substitute the brown sugar for pure maple syrup (which I always do) and I grilled it on the BBQ on a bed of lemons cut about 1/4 inch. Great recpe. Thanks!

—riston

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Oct 05, 2003

Delicious! Not as sweet as I'd expected (but that was a good thing). Even less sweet than teriaki sauce. I broiled them in the oven and kept basting with the sauce. Other than broiling instead of BBQing, I followed the recipe exactly and thought it was great as-is. I served with rice and broccoli stir-fried with oyster sauce & soy sauce.

—KathCook

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Nutrition

Calories
275 kcal
14%

Carbohydrates
10.5 g
3%

Cholesterol
69 mg
23%

Fat
11.2 g
17%

Fiber
0.2 g
< 1%

Protein
32 g
64%

Sodium
338 mg
14%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Nutritional Information

Barbeque Halibut Steaks

Serving Size: 1/3 of a recipe
Servings Per Recipe: 3
Amount Per Serving
Calories: 275
Calories from Fat: 101

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 11.2g 17 %
Saturated Fat 5.4g 27 %
Cholesterol 69mg 23 %
Sodium 338mg 14 %
Potassium 721mg 20 %
Total Carbohydrates 10.5g 3 %
Dietary Fiber 0.2g < 1 %
Protein 32g 64 %
Sugars 9g
Vitamin A 9 %
Vitamin C 5 %
Calcium 11 %
Iron 15 %
Thiamin 9 %
Niacin 112 %
Vitamin B6 32 %
Magnesium 47 %
Folate 10 %

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.