Greek Style Halibut

• 2 tbsp oilve oil divided
• 4 halibut fillets ( 4oz each)
• 1/2 tsp kosher salt divided
• 1/2 tsp pepper divided
• 1 fennel bulb trimmed and cut into wedges
• 1 tbsp ouzo or other anise flavored liqueur
• 2 garlic cloves finely chopped
• 1 can (14.5oz) diced or chopped tomatoes
• 1 can (14.5 oz) chickpeas drained and rinsed
• 2 tbsp roughly chopped fresh oregano leaves

1. Heat a 12 in nonstick frying pan over med high heat with 1 tbsp oil. Rub halibut with 1/4 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp pepper. Lightly brown the fish in frying pan on one side only 3-4 mins. Transfer to plate
2. Add remaining oil to frying pan along with fennel and ouzo. Cook stirring frequently until lightly golden and almost tender about 8 mins. Add garlic and cook stirring until fragrant 1 min
3. Add tomatoes, 1/2 cup water, chickpeas remaining salt and pepper and the oregano and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to maintain steady simmer. Lay halibut fillets browned side up in sauce and simmer until fish is cooked through 5-10 mins

oilve oil, kosher salt, pepper, fennel, liqueur, garlic, tomatoes, chickpeas, oregano

Taken from www.epicurious.com/recipes/member/views/greek-style-halibut-50123186 (may not work)