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Flavorful Fusion: Spicy Lemon-Thyme Halibut with Kale and Potatoes

A Deliciously Balanced Meal

Imagine a dish that combines the richness of halibut, the earthiness of kale, and the comforting warmth of potatoes, all tied together with a zesty and refreshing vinaigrette. This easy-to-make recipe is a perfect blend of flavors and textures that will satisfy your cravings and nourish your body.

Gather Your Ingredients

To create this culinary masterpiece, you’ll need:

• 1 1/2 pounds small red potatoes, halved or quartered if large
• 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
• 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes, more to taste
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• Kosher salt
• Freshly ground black pepper
• 4 (6-ounce) fillets fresh halibut, skin removed
• 1 shallot, thinly sliced
• 1 bunch kale, thick stems discarded, leaves torn into bite-size pieces (about 12 cups)

Steam the Potatoes

Begin by adding water to a large pot, fitting it with a steamer basket, and bringing it to a simmer over high heat. Place the potatoes in the steamer basket, cover, and steam until they’re tender, about 15-18 minutes.

Prepare the Vinaigrette

While the potatoes are steaming, whisk together the lemon juice, thyme, chile flakes, 2 tablespoons of olive oil, and ¼ teaspoon salt in a small bowl. Set it aside for later use.

Cook the Halibut

Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Season the halibut fillets on both sides with salt and black pepper. Cook until they’re opaque throughout, 3-5 minutes per side.

Sauté the Kale and Shallot

Heat the remaining tablespoon of olive oil in a separate large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the shallot and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender, 2-4 minutes. Then, add ¼ cup water and as much kale as will fit in the skillet, cooking until tender, 6-8 minutes. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

Assemble and Serve

Finally, serve the halibut with the steamed potatoes and sautéed kale. Drizzle the dish with the lemon-thyme vinaigrette, and enjoy the perfect harmony of flavors and textures!