HALIBUT WITH BACON

Halibut with Bacon image

From Ocala, Florida, Pat Hockett writes, "This can be an easy weeknight meal or part of an elegant dinner. I'm always looking for different ways to use the fish and crab in our freezer."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

1/2 cup lime juice
1/2 cup chopped green onions
2 tablespoons canola oil
2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro
2 tablespoons chopped seeded jalapeno peppers
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
4 halibut steaks (6 ounces each)
8 bacon strips

Steps:

In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the first seven ingredients. Add halibut; seal bag and turn to coat. Refrigerate for 10-15 minutes, turning once. , In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until cooked but not crisp. Drain on paper towels. Drain and discard marinade. Wrap two slices of bacon over the top and sides of each steak; secure with soaked wooden toothpicks. , Using long-handled tongs, moisten a paper towel with cooking oil and lightly coat the grill rack. Grill, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from the heat for 4-6 minutes on each side or until fish flakes easily with a fork. Discard toothpicks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 301 calories, Fat 13g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 68mg cholesterol, Sodium 740mg sodium, Carbohydrate 3g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 40g protein.