Best 8 The Best Grilled Swordfish Recipes

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In the culinary realm, grilled swordfish reigns supreme as a delectable delicacy, captivating taste buds with its firm yet tender texture and distinct, slightly sweet flavor. Whether you're a seasoned grill master or just starting your culinary journey, discovering the secrets behind cooking the perfect grilled swordfish is an endeavor worth pursuing. From selecting the freshest fish to mastering the art of grilling, this article will guide you through the essential steps to create a dish that will impress family and friends alike.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

GRILLED SWORDFISH RECIPE WITH A MEDITERRANEAN TWIST



Grilled Swordfish Recipe with a Mediterranean Twist image

Easy grilled swordfish recipe that utilizes a delicious Mediterranean marinade with cumin, fresh garlic cloves and more. But you don't even need to leave it in the marinade too long! Just a few minutes while your grill is heating!

Provided by Suzy Karadsheh

Categories     Fish and Seafood

Time 23m

Number Of Ingredients 10

6 to 12 garlic cloves, peeled
1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
2 tbsp fresh lemon juice, more for later
1 tsp coriander
3/4 tsp cumin
1/2 to 1 tsp sweet Spanish paprika
3/4 tsp salt
1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
4 swordfish steaks, about 5 to 6 ounces each, from sustainable sources
Crushed red pepper, optional

Steps:

  • In a food processor, blend the garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, spices, salt and pepper for about three minutes or until well-combined forming a thick and smooth marinade.
  • Pat the swordfish steaks dry and place them in a pan (or a dish with sides to it) and apply the marinade generously on both sides and set aside for 15 minutes or so while you heat the grill.
  • Preheat a gas grill on high (be sure to oil the grates before using). When ready, grill the fish steaks on high heat for 5 to 6 minutes on one side, turn over once and grill on the other side for 3 minutes or so (the fish should flake easily, while maintain firmness. You will likely see a bit of pink on the inside, but it should cook through by the time it gets to the table).
  • Finish with a splash of fresh lemon juice and a sprinkle of crushed red pepper flakes if you like heat. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 474 calories, Sugar 0.5 g, Sodium 600.6 mg, Fat 32.3 g, SaturatedFat 5.9 g, TransFat 0.1 g, Carbohydrate 5 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 40 g, Cholesterol 130.9 mg

THE BEST GRILLED SWORDFISH



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My mother always marinated swordfish with Italian dressing and we always loved it! I do the same, but now I grill it rather than broil (as my mom did). Delicious and easy - but only a sometimes treat as swordfish is quite expensive & endangered. This also works nicely for kabobs! And this is a good way to marinate chicken breasts for the grill too.

Provided by MA HIKER

Categories     Very Low Carbs

Time 4h30m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 2

2 lbs swordfish steaks (sliced thick)
1 (8 ounce) bottle Italian dressing (any variety)

Steps:

  • Put fish and empty entire bottle of dressing into a bowl. Cover and refrigerate for at least 3 - 4 hours (can do overnight).
  • Fire up the grill and let preheat.
  • Turn grill temperature down to medium-low.
  • Remove fish from marinade. Place on grill.
  • Grill until done, flip over halfway through (about 20-30 minutes, I just watch it carefully - cooking time depends upon the thickness of the steaks).
  • Serve & enjoy!
  • Preparation time includes marinating time.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 439.7, Fat 25.2, SaturatedFat 5, Cholesterol 88.5, Sodium 1142.2, Carbohydrate 5.9, Sugar 4.7, Protein 45.2

SICILIAN GRILLED SWORDFISH



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Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     main-dish

Time 20m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
1/4 cup good olive oil
2 teaspoons minced fresh oregano leaves or 1 teaspoon dried oregano
Pinch of crushed red pepper flakes
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
6 (1/2-inch-thick) swordfish steaks (5 to 6 ounces each)
4 ounces baby arugula
Grated zest of 1 lemon

Steps:

  • Light a charcoal grill or preheat a gas or stovetop grill until very hot.
  • For the sauce, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, oregano, red pepper flakes, 1 tablespoon salt, and 1 teaspoon black pepper. Set aside.
  • When the grill is ready, sprinkle the fish with salt and pepper and cook over medium-high heat for 2 minutes on one side, then turn and cook for 1 to 2 minutes on the other side until almost cooked through. Remove to a flat dish, prick holes in the fish with the tines of a fork, and pour the lemon sauce over the fish while it¿s still hot. Sprinkle liberally with salt and pepper, cover with aluminum foil, and allow to rest for 5 minutes.
  • When ready to serve, place the swordfish on dinner plates or a serving platter, pile the arugula on top, drizzle with the sauce from the fish, and sprinkle with the grated lemon zest. Serve warm.

INDONESIAN GRILLED SWORDFISH



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Provided by Ina Garten Bio & Top Recipes

Categories     main-dish

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/3 cup soy sauce
1/4 cup canola or peanut oil, plus extra for brushing on the grill
2 teaspoons grated lemon zest (2 lemons)
1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
1/4 cup minced or finely chopped ginger root
2 tablespoons minced garlic (4 cloves)
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
Six 8-ounce, 1-inch thick swordfish steaks
Kosher salt

Steps:

  • Combine the soy sauce, canola oil, lemon zest, lemon juice, ginger root, garlic, and mustard in a bowl. Pour half the sauce in a low flat dish that's just large enough to hold the swordfish in one layer. Place the swordfish on top of the sauce and spread the remaining sauce on top. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or preferably overnight.
  • Thirty minutes before you're ready to serve, build a charcoal fire or preheat a gas grill.
  • When the coals are medium-hot, brush the cooking grate with oil to prevent the fish from sticking. Remove the fish from the marinade, allowing some of the ginger to cling to the fish, and discard the marinade. Sprinkle the fish generously on both sides with salt and place it over the coals. Cook for 5 minutes on each side, just until it's no longer pink in the middle. Place on a platter, cover tightly with aluminum foil, and allow to rest for 10 to 15 minutes. Serve hot or warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 381 calorie, Fat 20 grams, SaturatedFat 4 grams, Cholesterol 150 milligrams, Sodium 624 milligrams, Carbohydrate 3 grams, Protein 45 grams, Sugar 0 grams

GRILLED SWORDFISH RECIPE BY TASTY



Grilled Swordfish Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: extra virgin olive oil, lemons, lemons, fresh oregano leaf, kosher salt, freshly ground black pepper, swordfish fillets, lemon

Provided by Claire Nolan

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
2 lemons, juiced
2 lemons, zested
¼ cup fresh oregano leaf, chopped
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
4 swordfish fillets, 1 in (2 1/2 cm)
1 lemon, sliced

Steps:

  • In a 9x13-inch (22x33 cm) baking dish, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice and zest, oregano, salt, and pepper.
  • On a cutting board, pat the swordfish fillets dry with paper towels.
  • Add the swordfish to the dish with the marinade, turning to coat. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
  • Preheat the grill to 350°F (180°C).
  • Arrange the lemon slices on the grill over indirect heat so that they're touching each other and the entire surface is larger than the fish.
  • Place the swordfish on top of the lemon slices and close the lid of the grill. Grill for 8 minutes, until the fish is just cooked through.
  • Serve the fish with your favorite accompaniments with the grilled lemon slices squeezed over.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 271 calories, Carbohydrate 14 grams, Fat 14 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 26 grams, Sugar 3 grams

GRILLED SWORDFISH



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A quick and simple swordfish recipe perfect for any night of the week.

Provided by BKATBSC

Categories     Seafood     Fish

Time 32m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 4

4 (8 ounce) swordfish steaks
½ cup teriyaki sauce
2 tablespoons margarine, softened
1 teaspoon garlic powder

Steps:

  • Preheat outdoor grill for medium heat.
  • Marinate swordfish in teriyaki sauce for 5 minutes per side.
  • Lightly oil grill grate. Grill steaks, basting frequently with melted margarine, for 5 to 6 minutes per side, or until fish flakes easily with a fork. Season with garlic powder, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 349.6 calories, Carbohydrate 6.2 g, Cholesterol 86.4 mg, Fat 14.2 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 46.2 g, SaturatedFat 3.4 g, Sodium 1621.5 mg, Sugar 5.3 g

CAJUN-STYLE GRILLED SWORDFISH



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Swordfish steaks at 10oz are about 1 inch thick, so for any fish it should be cooked 10 minutes per 1 inch of thickness.

Provided by The Range Rover

Categories     Cajun

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 (10 ounce) swordfish steaks
2 tablespoons peanut oil
1 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon celery salt
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoonlemon, zest , grated
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon paprika

Steps:

  • Prepare a medium-hot grill.
  • Brush the steaks with the oil.
  • In a small bowl, combine the remaining ingredients and mix well.
  • Coat the steaks evenly on all sides with the spice mixture.
  • Grill each steak for 5 minutes on one side, then carefully turn and grill for 5 minutes more or until done.

GRILLED MARINATED SWORDFISH STEAKS



Grilled Marinated Swordfish Steaks image

Swordfish, with its firm, lean flesh, is an ideal candidate for grilling. It's not as forgiving as some fatty fish, like tuna and black sea bass, so proceed with caution. If you remove the fish from the fire when the center is still slightly pink, by the time it gets to the table it should be cooked through. A quick marinade of soy sauce, red wine vinegar, rosemary, garlic, coriander and cumin pairs beautifully with the meatiness of the fish, but do not marinate for more than 10 to 15 minutes, or the acid will break down the flesh and leave it mushy (or the flavor will overpower the fish). If you don't have a grill, this works equally well in a broiler. Serve this alongside a colorful pile of Pierre Franey's green bean and tomato salad. It's a summer meal you'll never forget. (Swordfish is on the Monterey Bay Aquarium's seafood watch list, but you can find sustainable options here.)

Provided by Pierre Franey

Categories     dinner, easy, quick, main course

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 center-cut swordfish steaks, about 6 ounces each, one-inch thick
Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 teaspoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon red-wine vinegar
4 sprigs rosemary or 1 teaspoon dried
1 tablespoon finely chopped garlic
2 teaspoons ground coriander
1 teaspoon ground cumin
2 teaspoons grated lemon rind
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes

Steps:

  • Preheat a charcoal grill or broiler, or heat a grill pan.
  • Sprinkle fish with salt and pepper on both sides. Place oil in a flat dish, and add soy sauce, vinegar, rosemary, garlic, coriander, cumin, lemon rind and pepper flakes. Blend well. Place fish steaks in marinade, coat well on both sides, cover with plastic wrap and let stand for 10 to 15 minutes.
  • If the swordfish is to be cooked on a grill (or grill pan), place fish on grill and cook for 3 to 4 minutes. Turn and cook for 3 minutes more. Cook longer if desired. If it is to be cooked under a broiler, place fish on a rack and cook for 3 to 4 minutes on each side. Serve with a string bean salad.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 353, UnsaturatedFat 16 grams, Carbohydrate 3 grams, Fat 22 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 34 grams, SaturatedFat 4 grams, Sodium 458 milligrams, Sugar 0 grams, TransFat 0 grams

Tips:

  • Choose fresh, thick swordfish steaks. Look for steaks that are at least 1 inch thick and have a firm, meaty texture.
  • Marinate the swordfish in a flavorful marinade. This will help to infuse the fish with flavor and keep it moist during grilling.
  • Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. This will help to sear the swordfish and prevent it from sticking to the grates.
  • Grill the swordfish for 4-5 minutes per side, or until it is cooked through. The fish should be opaque and flaky when it is done.
  • Serve the grilled swordfish immediately with your favorite sides. Some popular options include roasted vegetables, grilled pineapple, or a simple lemon-butter sauce.

Conclusion:

Grilled swordfish is a delicious and healthy seafood option that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. By following these tips, you can grill swordfish perfectly every time. So next time you're looking for a flavorful and easy-to-cook seafood meal, give grilled swordfish a try!

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