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Fresh Lemon Herb Grilled Swordfish Steaks

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A quick, healthy, and flavorful grilled swordfish recipe featuring a zesty lemon and fresh herb marinade that keeps the fish juicy and delicious.

Ingredients

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  • 4 swordfish steaks (about 1-inch thick, 6 oz / 170 g each)
  • Juice of 2 medium lemons (about 1/4 cup)
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil (preferably extra virgin)
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • Zest of 1 lemon (optional)
  • Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the marinade: In a mixing bowl, combine fresh lemon juice, olive oil, minced garlic, chopped parsley, thyme, oregano, sea salt, black pepper, lemon zest (if using), and red pepper flakes (optional). Whisk gently to blend, about 5 minutes.
  2. Marinate the swordfish: Place swordfish steaks in a shallow dish or resealable plastic bag. Pour marinade over, coating each steak evenly. Cover and refrigerate for 20-30 minutes. Do not marinate longer than 30 minutes to avoid mushy texture.
  3. Preheat the grill: Heat grill or grill pan to medium-high (around 400°F / 200°C). Lightly oil the grates with a brush or paper towel dipped in oil to prevent sticking.
  4. Grill the swordfish: Remove steaks from marinade, letting excess drip off. Place on grill and cook for 4-5 minutes per side, flipping once gently with tongs. Fish should be opaque and flake slightly when tested with a fork.
  5. Rest the fish: Transfer grilled swordfish to a serving plate and let rest for 3-5 minutes to redistribute juices.
  6. Serve: Drizzle with leftover marinade (that hasn’t touched raw fish) or extra fresh lemon juice. Garnish with fresh herbs if desired.

Notes

Avoid marinating swordfish longer than 30 minutes to prevent the acid from cooking the fish and making it mushy. Use tongs gently and flip only once to keep steaks intact. Let the fish rest after grilling to keep it juicy. If no grill is available, broil in the oven for 4-5 minutes per side.

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