Here’s a recipe for Pan-Roasted Halibut with Saffron Beurre Blanc and Grilled Asparagus, serving 4:

Pan-Roasted Halibut:

• 4 halibut fillets (about 6 ounces each)
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 2 tablespoons olive oil

1. Pat the halibut fillets dry with paper towels and season both sides with salt and pepper.
2. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
3. Once the skillet is hot, add the halibut fillets to the skillet, skin side down if they have skin.
4. Cook for 3-4 minutes on each side, until the halibut is opaque and flakes easily with a fork. Adjust cooking time based on the thickness of the fillets. Remove from heat and set aside.

Saffron Beurre Blanc:

• 1/2 cup dry white wine
• 1/4 cup white wine vinegar
• 1 shallot, finely chopped
• Pinch of saffron threads
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, chilled and cut into cubes
• Salt and pepper to taste

1. In a saucepan, combine the white wine, white wine vinegar, shallot, and saffron threads. Bring to a simmer over medium heat and cook until the liquid is reduced by half.
2. Reduce the heat to low and add the heavy cream. Simmer for 1-2 minutes.
3. Gradually whisk in the chilled butter cubes, a few cubes at a time, until the sauce is smooth and creamy. Be sure not to let the sauce boil.
4. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Keep warm until ready to serve.

Grilled Asparagus:

• 1 bunch asparagus, trimmed
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste

1. Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
2. Toss the trimmed asparagus spears with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
3. Grill the asparagus for 2-3 minutes per side, until tender and slightly charred. Remove from the grill and set aside.

Serving:

• Place a halibut fillet on each serving plate.
• Spoon the saffron beurre blanc over the halibut fillets.
• Arrange grilled asparagus alongside the halibut.
• Garnish with fresh herbs, such as chopped parsley or chives, if desired.

Enjoy this exquisite dish of Pan-Roasted Halibut with Saffron Beurre Blanc and Grilled Asparagus!