Recipe(tried): Macadmia Nut Crusted Halibut with Banana Butter

MACADMIA NUT CRUSTED HALIBUT WITH BANANA BUTTER

2 (7 oz.) portions fresh halibut
2 tablespoons, finely chopped macadamia nuts
1 tablespoon all purpose flour
1/2 cup, finely chopped bread crumbs
3 tablespoons olive oil
salt and pepper to taste

BANANA BUTTER:
2 freshly sliced bananas
1 teaspoon pernod
1 tablespoon olive oil
3 tablespoons cr me de banana liqueur
1/4 cup heavy cream
4 tablespoons butter

Make macadamia crust a few days ahead of time, it will dry out the macadamia nut. To make crust use nuts, bread crumbs and flour. You want a real light crust.

Saute crusted halibut in saute pan for about 1 1/2 to 2 minutes. On one side, flip and place in oven for 4 to 7 minutes. Until done.

Place a pool of banana butter on plate, place halibut on top. Serve with your choice of starch and vegetable. Garnish with banana chips.

BANANA BUTTER:
Saute bananas in olive oil for 2 minutes.

Add liquor and reduce by half. Make sure to stir, so that it doesn't burn.

Add cream. Simmer for 10-15 minutes. Remove from heat. Slowly add butter.