If you are looking for a quick and easy dish in under 30 minutes, then this Cashew Crusted Halibut with Mango Butter Sauce is for you. Not only is it simple to make it has a touch of elegance and is great for a special occasion, date night, or any weeknight if you’re feeling fancy.

This dish is made with easy-to-find ingredients at your local supermarket. The cashew crust adds a crunchy texture with a subtle hint of thyme. The halibut is tender and flakey, and the mango butter sauce (made with ghee) is rich and creamy with a hint of sweetness from the mangos. It tastes like a guilty pleasure, but it’s healthy and a perfect Whole30 meal when paired with vegetables.

This recipe is a guest post by Rosie Godycki, a Social Media Influencer and trained Chef with over 20 years of experience. Check Rosie out on Instagram or TikTok for more delicious recipes!

Cashew Crusted Halibut with Mango Butter Sauce

Cashew Crusted Halibut with Mango Butter Sauce
Recipe author: Rosie Godycki
Cashew Crusted Halibut with Mango Butter Sauce

Cashew Crusted Halibut Recipe and Mango Sauce

4.50 from 6 votes
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings 4 people

Ingredients
  

Cashew Crusted Halibut

  • 1 lb halibut fillet
  • 1 cup raw cashew nuts crushed
  • 1 tsp fresh thyme
  • 1 tbsp fresh chopped parsley
  • avocado oil spray
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Mango Butter Sauce

  • 1 ripe mango peeled & cut
  • 1/4 cup ghee
  • 1/4 cup water
  • Pinch of Himalayan salt

Instructions
 

  • PREHEAT the oven to 400 degrees.
  • MAKE the crust by putting the cashew nuts in a plastic bag, then use a mallet or rolling pin to crush them finely. Pour the crushed cashews onto a plate, add thyme, parsley, salt, & pepper, and set aside.
  • PAT halibut dry with a paper towel, then season both sides with salt and pepper.
  • DIP the halibut into the cashew mixture to coat the top of the halibut. Spray a sheet pan with avocado oil, add your cashew-crusted halibut, then give the tops a light spray as well.
  • BAKE halibut at 400 degrees for 7-10 minutes.
  • MAKE the mango butter sauce while the halibut is baking by adding the chopped mango, ghee, water, and Himalayan salt to a small pot.
  • BRING to a boil and let simmer for 2 minutes. Let cool for 2 minutes, then add the mixture to a blender and blend into a smooth consistency. If the sauce is too thick, add a teaspoon of water and blend again.
  • SPOON the mango butter on a plate, creating a circle larger than the halibut. Remove halibut from the oven and place on top of the sauce and serve with your favorite vegetables.
  • ENJOY!
Tried this recipe?Let us know how it was!

Published by Liz Parrent

Liz Parrent is Whole30's Senior Content Marketing Manager. She comes to Whole30 with over a decade of CPG and content marketing experience in the health and wellness space. Having been a part of Primal Kitchen's founding and pre-acquisition team, Liz holds a deep passion for the Whole30 community and the transformative power of a whole foods-focused lifestyle.

Rosie Godycki

Social Media Influencer and trained Chef

Rosie Godycki is a Social Media Influencer and trained Chef with over 20 years experience. Her love of cooking was born from experimenting in her childhood kitchen, baking cakes for her friends with whatever ingredients she could get her hands on. She has owned a catering company and was a private chef to celebrities. When she isn’t in the kitchen, Rosie spends her time with her family of five and chasing her two fur babies. If you’re an adventurous foodie (or wanna-be) looking for some easy tips and amazing recipes, follow Rosie in most social places at the handle @rosiegodycki.