Halibut Stuffed With Mussels, Shrimp and Clams

Submitted by English_Rose

"A great dinner party recipe, prepare it in advance and then simply pop it in the oven while you enjoy a drink with your guests!"

 

• Ready In: 45mins
• Ingredients: 12
• Serves: 4

ingredients

• 4 halibut fillets
• 2 1⁄2 ounces butter
• 1 shallot, chopped
• 1 garlic clove, chopped
• 9 ounces clams
• 9 ounces mussels
• 6 tablespoons dry white wine
• 3 1⁄2 ounces shrimp, peeled and cooked
• 1 ounce breadcrumbs
• 1 bunch chives, finely chopped
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons olive oil

directions

1. Make a slit in the side of the fillet to make a pocket.
2. Melt one third of the butter in a medium saucepan and add the shallots, garlic, clams and mussels, pour in the wine and turn up the heat to full. Steam the clams and mussels for 4-5 minutes, discarding any that do not open. Strain the clams and mussels and retain the juice.
3. Preheat the oven to 350°F Shell the clams and mussels and place them in a medium bowl, add the shrimp, half the remaining butter, the breadcrumbs and chives, mix well and add the lemon juice.
4. Place the stuffing in the fish. Secure with a toothpick and place the fish on a baking tray, drizzle with the oil, season, and bake for 12 minutes.
5. Place the reserved cooking juice in a small pan, bring it to the boil and whisk in the remaining butter.
6. Drizzle the sauce over the fish and serve with spinach and new potatoes.