Halibut Cheeks & Mango Salsa

Ingredients:

Halibut Cheeks

·        1lb of Fresh Halibut Cheeks (8-10 ounces)

·        2 TBSP Olive Oil 

·        Salt & Pepper, to taste

·        1 tsp Smoked Paprika (Optional) 

Mango Salsa

·        1 Ripe Mango, peeled & diced

·        ¼ Red Onion, finely chopped

·        ¼ Cup Fresh Cilantro, chopped

·        1 jalapeño, seeded and finely chopped (optional) 

·        Juice of 1 Lime

·        Salt To Taste

Instructions:

SALSA:

In a medium bowl, combine the diced mango, red onion, cilantro, and jalapeño (if using).

Add the lime juice and stir everything together. Season with salt to taste. Set aside to allow the flavors to meld while you cook the halibut cheeks.

HALIBUT CHEEKS:

Pat the halibut cheeks dry with paper towel to ensure a good sear. Season both sides with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika (if using).

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once the oil is hot, add the halibut cheeks and cook until they are golden brown on the outside and cooked through (they should flake easily when tested with a fork).

Plate the halibut cheeks alongside of the mango salsa and serve!