Halibut in Bacon and Mushroom Sauce
Serves 4
4 Halibut Steaks
110g (4oz) Button Mushrooms, sliced
80ml (3floz) Cream
60ml (2floz) Fish Stock
25g (1oz) Butter
25g (1oz) Plain Flour
3 Shallots, finely chopped
3 Rashers Bacon, chopped
2 tsp Sunflower Oil
1 tbsp Fresh Mixed Herbs
Pinch Ground Cloves
Pinch Grated Nutmeg
Melt butter in a saucepan over a medium heat, gently saute shallots, bacon and mushrooms for a few minutes.
Add flour, cook for a further minute.
Slowly add stock and spices.
Simmer for 4-5 minutes.
Carefully stir in the cream and add the fresh herbs.
Brush fish with oil, grill for 4-5 minutes on each side until cooked through.
Pour on the sauce just before serving.
Serve with salad or fresh vegetables.
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