Ingredients

  • 1 onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 Tbsp. olive oil
  • 2 c. defatted stock
  • 1 head romaine lettuce, cut into 1-inch squares
  • 4 lemons, juiced
  • pinch of ground white pepper
  • 4 halibut fillets (6 oz. each)
  • 2 Tbsp. water
  • 1 Tbsp. cornstarch
  • 1/4 c. snipped chives
  • 1 Tbsp. capers

Method

  • In a large, nonstick frying pan over medium heat, saute the onion in the oil until transparent, about 5 minutes.
  • Add stock; bring to a boil.
  • Add lettuce; cook until it starts to wilt, about 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Stir in the lemon juice and pepper.
  • Add the fish and cook until just firm to the touch, about 5 minutes.
  • Carefully drain the excess liquid from the pan into a 2-quart saucepan.
  • Over high heat, cook until reduced by half, about 5 to 7 minutes.