Tomato Salad with Poached Alaska Halibut and Mint Recipe

Directions

1. Season the fish with salt and place it in a shallow sauté pan that is just slightly larger than the halibut. Add the olive oil, vinegar, Pernod, shallot, and enough water to come halfway up the sides of the fish. Place the pan over very low heat and let it slowly come to a simmer, 7 to 10 minutes. Gently flip the fish and cook 5 minutes more. Remove the fish from the pan and transfer to a plate to cool.

2. Bring the cooking liquid to a boil over medium-high heat and boil until reduced to about ½ cup. Remove from the heat and refrigerate until cooled. Combine the tomatoes, parsley, mint, and chilled cooking liquid in a large bowl, tossing gently to coat. Taste for seasoning and adjust if necessary. Arrange the salad on a large platter and gently flake the cooled halibut over the salad. Garnish with freshly ground pepper.