Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsAba AustinGrilled Halibut Recipe

Grilled Halibut Recipe

Inspired by Aba Austin
Time45m
Serves4

harissa honey, pineapple amba, basil oil

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Ingredients

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Fish

Harissa Honey

Pineapple Amba

Basil Oil

Method

Prepare the Harissa Honey

  1. 1

    Combine Ingredients

    In a small bowl, mix together harissa paste and honey until well blended. Set aside.

Make Pineapple Amba

  1. 2

    Mix Ingredients

    In a bowl, combine diced pineapple, vinegar, turmeric powder, cumin powder, and salt. Mix well and let sit for at least 15 minutes to allow flavors to meld.

Prepare Basil Oil

  1. 3

    Blend Basil and Oil

    In a blender, combine fresh basil leaves and olive oil. Blend until smooth. Season with salt to taste. Strain through a fine mesh if desired.

Grill the Halibut

  1. 4

    Preheat Grill

    Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.

  2. 5

    Season Halibut

    Brush halibut fillets with olive oil and season with salt and black pepper.

  3. 6

    Grill Fillets

    Place the halibut on the grill and cook for about 4-5 minutes per side, or until the fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.

Serve

  1. 7

    Plate the Dish

    Once grilled, serve halibut on a plate topped with harissa honey, a side of pineapple amba, and a drizzle of basil oil.

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