Step 1

Pat dry the halibut fillets to remove as much moisture as possible.

Step 2

Heat olive oil or butter in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Season the halibut generously with garlic powder, paprika, pepper, and sea salt.

Step 3

Place the fish fillets in the pan. Sear undisturbed for 4 minutes until a golden crust forms, and the fish looks opaque on the edges.

Step 4

Carefully flip the halibut and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until the fish is cooked and flakes easily.

Step 5

Remove the halibut from the pan and keep warm.

Step 6

Melt the butter in the same pan and cook the garlic for 30 seconds until fragrant. Add the lemon juice, and season with salt and pepper. Simmer for a few minutes.

Step 7

Serve the fish on a plate then and finish with a drizzle of lemon butter sauce.

Step 8

TIP: If you don't like garlic remove it from the ingredients, the lemon sauce tastes wonderful either way.