How Long To Bake Halibut In Oven At 350 Degrees?

If you’re tired of your usual meals, and you’re looking for healthier options than those that you’ll still enjoy, then you’ve come to the right place! There’s no better way to stay healthy and still enjoy your meals than through fish! One of my faves would always be halibut fish. Not only is it super delicious and soft in texture, but it’s also rich in omega-3 acids which makes it perfect even for those who are on a keto diet! I mean, even if you’re not on a diet, I’m sure you’d enjoy this fish. The halibut cook time and temperature are key for a good result. And I love to prepare this fish in the oven at 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Now the question. How long to bake halibut in oven at 350 degrees? Let’s touch on this in this guide as well as tips to perfect the recipe for an oven baked halibut fish.

How Long To Bake Halibut In Oven At 350 Degrees?

Baking halibut at 350 degrees in the oven would normally take around 20-25 minutes. However, you can remove the fish from the oven earlier when the meat flakes easily with a fork. You can also actually raise the temperature to 400 degrees which would only take around 15 minutes for the halibut to cook. But, you have to be careful and be more attentive not to overcook it since overcooked halibut is dry halibut and no one wants that. To be safe and to cook your halibut just right,  350 degrees would be your magic number! Another key is to make sure that your fish’s internal temperature is on the right mark! For halibut, it’s best to cook them only to an internal temperature of 130-135 degrees. Anything higher than that would mean that your fish has dried out. So, for a perfect halibut dinner, remember, 350 degrees in oven and a 135 degrees internal temp for the halibut fish!

How to cook halibut in the oven?

They are many baked halibut recipes online. Whether you bake, grill, or fry your halibut, I’m sure it will turn out perfectly scrumptious either way. For me, I prefer baking them because it’s so much easier and faster to do. And, I have one easy baked halibut recipe which I like to use. Here’s how to cook halibut in the oven.

1 Prepare Seasoning for halibut

To bake a halibut, all you need to do is to season your halibut with salt, pepper, garlic, parsley, and other herbs of your choice like rosemary, and some cheese (for that extra savory and rich taste).

2. Add olive oil and some veggies

Then you brush it with some olive oil and place some beans and asparagus with the halibut.

3. Bake

Then simply pop it in the oven and bake it for 20-25 minutes  at 350 degrees. Remove from the oven when the halibut internal temp hits 135 degrees Fahrenheit. And you are ready to serve the fish.

How to cook halibut in the oven fast?

Just thinking about halibut makes my mouth water already. I’m pretty sure everyone who’s invited to your halibut dinner can’t wait for dinner to be served on their plates. And if you’re thinking of serving your fish faster, here are ways you can do so.

Add some fat

One of the reasons why we brush the fish with oil or butter is because oil and butter are heat conductors. This just means that they absorb heat, and the more generous amount of oil you put in your fish, the faster it can cook. Oil and butter can also help lessen the tendency of your fish to dry. Don’t go overboard though, too much oil or butter isn’t good too.

Thaw your halibut Fish

Hours before you cook, make sure that you have removed your halibut fish from the fridge already! This will allow the fish to cook more evenly and faster. So, make sure to give your fish enough time to thaw and defrost!

Other ways to cook Halibut

Grilling Halibut

For grilling, it’s essentially the same, you first season your halibut with some garlic, salt, pepper, thyme, and some butter or oil. Then, you first oil the grates to prevent the halibut from sticking, then you simply put your fish on the grill until its internal temperature reads 135 degrees!

Pan-Searing Halibut

This is a very fast cooking option  for halibut. Pan searing halibut would normally only take around 4 minutes per side, which means you only need 8 minutes to cook one fish! (Now, that’s what you call quick.). All you have to do is to apply the same seasoning as grilling and then pan sear your halibut.

Frying Halibut

Then for frying, you simply coat your fish with a flour mix (flour, salt, pepper, onion powder, and garlic powder) then fry it until its color turns golden brown! You can also baste with cajun sauce or any sauce of your choice!

What to serve with Halibut?

Mmm..yes! Halibut is such a good fish that’s perfect for any occasion! Whether you’re eating it alone for some self-celebratory party or even your company’s get together, you can never go wrong with halibut! So, why not level up your halibut to wow your guests even more? (Yep, even if that guest is just you! You deserve to enjoy not just good but great food!) Here are ways you can level up your halibut.

Seasoning for baked halibut

Whether that’s a glaze, a sauce, or a coating, try to do something new with your halibut! An idea could be serving it with some garlic lemon sauce that’s made of butter, garlic, lemon juice, and some seasonings! Or, you could make something new by yourself!

Side dishes for halibut

Sides will always tie your whole dish together and make it perfect! For halibut, some of the best sides would be rice, mashed potatoes, or even spinach! Greens like asparagus and broccoli would go great with halibut fish too!

Consider Halibut Soup

You might not think of this often, but sometimes, soup can level up your dish in ways you never knew! Incorporating halibut in a soup (try a halibut and potato chowder) has its charms that would surely wow you once you get a taste of it!

Conclusion

Yay for a halibut dinner! I love halibut and I hope through this, you fell in love with it too! I hope this can help you prepare your healthy, heavenly halibut to absolute perfection! Whether for your end-of-the-week, diet-friendly party or a casual family dinner, halibut will be your shining star! So, I hope you and your guests can enjoy this fishy perfection! Bon appetite!

FAQs on Oven Baked Halibut

How much halibut per person?

The typical portion will be 6 to 8 ounces of halibut per person in a serving. This serving should be sufficient for the average appetite, especially if you have a few more side dishes to go along with your halibut.

Does halibut have bones?

Yes, halibut has bones. But compared to other fishes, it has lesser bones. In addition, the halibut are usually sold with bones already removed. You could also ask the fishmonger to remove the bones from the fish when you buy them.

What is the internal temperature of halibut when cooked?

The internal temperature of halibut will reach 135 degrees Fahrenheit when fully cooked. This temperature is to be taken at the thicker meat where it takes longer to get cooked.

What is the difference between halibut vs flounder?

Halibut and flounder are actually close relatives which explains their similarities. However, halibut has more meat than flounder. The meat is firmer and has less fat content than flounder. In terms of taste, halibut and flounder are similar but flounder tastes more delicate and less flaky.