Halibut Fillets Delivery or Pickup

If you're looking to add more fish to your diet but aren't a big fan of fish, halibut is an excellent fish to try. Halibut lacks that strong fishy taste that many people dislike. It has a sweet, mild flavor, and the meat is white and firm. Halibut are large flatfish that swim on the bottom of the ocean. They're found in both the Pacific and the Atlantic Oceans, but most halibut bought and sold in grocery stores in the U.S. is Pacific halibut.

Halibut is the largest flatfish in the sea and one of the biggest halibut ever recorded weighed in at over 500 pounds. However, the average halibut weighs between 30 and 50 pounds. This large size results in fillets that are perfect for feeding a crowd. One halibut typically yields about four fillets, which can be prepared in a variety of ways. For the freshest halibut, you'll want to look for it in the supermarket from May to early October, but you can also get it in March and April and as late as November in limited quantities.

Frozen halibut fillets may be available all year, and these can work well for many dishes. The only problem with buying your halibut fillets frozen is that they can dry out more easily than fresh halibut fillets when cooking them. 

If you're looking for a quick and easy way to get your halibut fillets when they're in season, download the Instacart app! With this convenient app, you can add items to your cart and have them delivered the same day you place your order. In fact, an Instacart shopper can bring your halibut fillets right to your door in as little as 2 hours!

The dense, white meat of halibut fillets doesn't need much in the way of seasoning to produce a delicious meal. You can prepare halibut by baking, broiling, frying, or grilling the fillets. Smoking this type of fish isn't recommended, however, because of its low fat content. Thanks to the fresh taste of halibut fillets, you can also use the meat in sushi. Try poaching or steaming your halibut fillets for a succulent and moist fish that almost melts in your mouth.

No matter how you cook your tasty halibut fillets, you want them to reach an internal temperature of about 125 to 130 degrees. This ensures you get fish this is flaky and not too dry. You'll want to watch out for overcooking your fillets, especially if you purchase them frozen. A great way to prepare halibut fillets is to simply saute them in a pan with some butter or olive oil, a little garlic, and a few squeezes of fresh lemon. 

Depending on how thick the halibut fillets are, they should only take a few minutes to cook. You'll want to flip them over halfway through the cooking process when preparing them on the stovetop or grill. In the oven, you can let them cook through just until the meat starts to flake. Feel free to season your halibut fillets any way you like. Some people prefer to keep it simple with just a little salt and pepper while others might like to create a savory sauce. Rice and fresh steamed vegetables make great side dishes when serving fish of all kinds.

Don't hesitate to put some halibut fillets in your cart via the Instacart app. You'll have your order within 24 hours and be well on your way to preparing a healthy meal for your family!