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Swordfish recipe with lemon-butter sauce

Perfect Swordfish Recipe

This guide covers everything from grilling to baking, ensuring a delicious and healthy meal. Get ready to enjoy succulent swordfish cooked to perfection.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Marinating Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Course Main Course
Cuisine Mediterranean
Servings 4 steaks
Calories 200 kcal

Equipment

  • Grill
  • Oven
  • Skillet
  • Baking Dish

Ingredients
  

Swordfish

  • 4 swordfish steaks (6-8 ounces each)

Swordfish Marinade

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper

Baked Swordfish Toppings (Optional)

  • 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1/4 cup Kalamata olives sliced
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil

Pan-Seared Swordfish

  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 sprig fresh rosemary

Lemon-Butter Sauce

  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons chopped parsley

Mediterranean Vegetables

  • 1 zucchini diced
  • 1 red bell pepper diced
  • 1/2 red onion sliced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved

Instructions
 

  • Combine olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
  • Marinate swordfish steaks for at least 30 minutes.
  • Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
  • Brush marinated swordfish steaks with marinade.
  • Place swordfish on the grill and cook for 4-6 minutes per side, or until cooked through (internal temperature reaches 145°F or 63°C).
  • Remove from grill and let rest for a few minutes before serving.
  • Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  • Place marinated swordfish steaks in a baking dish.
  • Top with cherry tomatoes, Kalamata olives, garlic, and basil. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the fish is cooked through (internal temperature reaches 145°F or 63°C).
  • Serve immediately.
  • Pat the swordfish steaks dry with paper towels. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Heat olive oil and butter in a skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Add garlic and rosemary to the skillet.
  • Place the swordfish steaks in the skillet and sear for 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature reaches 145°F or 63°C).
  • Remove from the skillet and let rest for a few minutes before serving.
  • Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat.
  • Add garlic and cook for 1 minute.
  • Stir in lemon juice and parsley. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Simmer for 2-3 minutes, or until slightly thickened.
  • Pour over cooked swordfish and serve.
  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  • Add zucchini, red bell pepper, and red onion. Cook for 5-7 minutes, or until slightly softened.
  • Add cherry tomatoes and oregano. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Cook for another 2-3 minutes, or until the tomatoes are tender.
  • Serve with cooked swordfish.

Notes

Swordfish pairs well with a variety of sides like Quinoa Salad, Roasted Asparagus, or Garlic Mashed Potatoes. Limit consumption for pregnant women and children. For variations, consider Swordfish Tacos with Mango Salsa, Swordfish Skewers with Vegetables, or Blackened Swordfish with Avocado Cream.
Keyword Gluten-free, Healthy, Seafood