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Brothy Halibutwith Butter Beans and Olive‑Caper Salsa

Recipe by Zachary Neman on InstagramAdded 2 August 2026.

10 minutes to prep, 15 to cook. A bright, comforting dish that pairs tender halibut with sweet butter beans and a zesty olive‑caper salsa. The broth keeps the fish moist while the fresh herbs and lemon add a lively finish—perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.

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Brothy Halibut with Butter Beans and Olive‑Caper Salsa by Zachary Neman, a frame from the Instagram video

Method

  1. Season the halibut fillets with salt.

  2. Place the seasoned fillets in a pot and add enough liquid (water or broth) to cover them.

  3. Bring the liquid to a gentle simmer, allowing bubbles to rise.

    Kitchen notes · Added by ReelsMeals: Small bubbles rise as the liquid simmers gently. Keep the liquid at a gentle simmer.

  4. Add cherry tomatoes, lemon slices, and butter beans to the simmering broth.

  5. Continue simmering until the fish is cooked through, about 10‑12 minutes.

    Kitchen notes · Added by ReelsMeals: The fish is cooked through. Check the thickest part of a fillet.

  6. While the broth simmers, mix the olive‑caper salsa by combining chopped green olives, chopped parsley, and any additional capers or herbs.

    Kitchen notes · Added by ReelsMeals: The chopped olives and parsley are evenly mixed. Keep the salsa chunky as you stir.

  7. Prepare a serving bowl with a bed of rice.

  8. Plate a cooked halibut fillet on top of the rice.

  9. Ladle the hot broth over the fish and rice.

  10. Top the dish with the prepared olive‑caper salsa.

  11. Garnish with additional chopped parsley if desired and serve.

Tips while you cook

Season First
Season the halibut fillets with salt before placing them in the pot.
Add Veggies to Simmering Broth
Add cherry tomatoes, lemon slices, and butter beans once the broth is gently simmering.
Prepare Salsa While Simmering
Mix the olive‑caper salsa during the broth simmer.

Notes from ReelsMeals, based on this recipe's ingredients, times and method. They are not the creator's instructions.

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