Grilled Swordfish Mediterranean Style
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Grilled swordfish is quick and easy to make and in this case moist and delicious. With the marinade and not over-cooking, you will get a very moist result. Swordfish is also high in omega-3 fatty acid, a good source of niacin and Vitamin B12 and high in selenium. Swordfish is also one of the fishes that does have mercury so you want to eat it sparingly. This dish is very tasty a worth the treat once in awhile!
MAKES: 4 Servings
PREP/COOK TIME: 40 Minutes
INGREDIENTS
10 garlic cloves, peeled
1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
2 tbsp fresh lemon juice, more for serving
1 tsp coriander
1 tsp cumin
1 tsp sweet Spanish paprika
3/4 tsp salt
1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
4 swordfish steaks, 6 ounces each, from sustainable sources
DIRECTIONS
In a food processor, blend the garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, coriander, cumin, paprika, red pepper flakes, 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. Enjoy!
