Step 1

In a small bowl whisk together the soy sauce, vinegar, honey, ginger, and garlic until combined. Set aside.

Step 2

Season the halibut on both sides with salt and pepper.

Step 3

Next, press one side of the halibut fillet down into the sesame seeds to encrust the fish.

Step 4

Add some oil to a large frying pan and heat over high heat until it begins to lightly smoke.

Step 5

Place in the halibut, turn the heat down to medium to medium-high, add in some butter and cook for 3 to 3 ½ minutes per side or until golden brown and cooked throughout. Make sure to not burn the sesame seeds. Set aside.

Step 6

Pour in the sauce and cook over low heat for 1 to 2 minutes or until it has slightly thickened up.

Step 7

Serve the fish with the sauce and garnish with sliced green onions.