Ingredients

  • 4 halibut fillets (about 5 ounces each)
  • Salt
  • Freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 (14-ounce) can artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
  • 3/4 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon saffron threads

Method

  • Season both sides of halibut with salt and black pepper.
  • Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Add halibut and cook 2 minutes per side, until golden brown.
  • Remove fish from pan and set aside.
  • To the same pan, add artichoke hearts, broth and saffron.
  • Bring to a simmer.
  • Return fish to pan and simmer 2 minutes, until fish is fork-tender.
  • Transfer to a serving platter and is usually served with couscous.