Best 5 Grilled Swordfish With Basil Caper Butter Recipes

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Grilled Swordfish with Basil Caper Butter: A Mediterranean Delight

Transport yourself to the sun-kissed shores of the Mediterranean with this delectable grilled swordfish recipe. Indulge in the succulent flavors of perfectly cooked swordfish, complemented by a vibrant and aromatic basil caper butter. This culinary journey also includes tantalizing recipes for a refreshing cucumber salad, tangy lemon-herb vinaigrette, and a creamy and luscious avocado crema. Embark on this culinary adventure and create a memorable meal that will leave your taste buds dancing.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

GRILLED SWORDFISH WITH LEMON-BASIL BUTTER



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Swordfish is a great choice for grilling, and topped with fresh lemon basil butter, it makes a quick flavorful meal with very little fuss.

Provided by Lynne Webb

Categories     Seafood

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 swordfish steaks (1-inch thick (about 2 lbs))
Juice of 1/2 lemon
Extra virgin olive oil
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
4 tablespoons unsalted butter (softened)
1 teaspoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
Zest of 1 lemon
1/2 teaspoon garlic (minced (about 1/2 clove))
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons minced fresh basil

Steps:

  • Preheat a gas or charcoal grill to high heat.
  • Cut each swordfish steak in half, drizzle with lemon juice and let stand for 1 minute. Rub both sides of each steak with olive oil, salt and pepper and set aside.
  • Place the butter, lemon juice, lemon zest, garlic, salt and basil in a small bowl and combine well. Set aside until ready to serve.
  • Oil the grill grates and add the fish. Grill the swordfish steaks until opaque throughout, 3-1/2 to 4-1/2 minutes per side. To avoid drying out the fish, do not leave unattended.
  • Top each piece of fish with about 1 tablespoon of the lemon-basil butter just as it comes off the grill. Rest for 3 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 564 kcal, Carbohydrate 11 g, Protein 54 g, Fat 33 g, SaturatedFat 12 g, Cholesterol 207 mg, Sodium 465 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 8 g, UnsaturatedFat 18 g, ServingSize 1 serving

GRILLED SWORDFISH WITH LEMON, MINT AND BASIL



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Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Categories     main-dish

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/2 cup olive oil
3 tablespoons chopped fresh mint leaves
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil leaves
1 garlic clove, minced
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
4 (5 to 6-ounces each) swordfish steaks

Steps:

  • Prepare the grill (medium-high heat). Whisk the oil, mint, lemon juice, basil, and garlic in a medium bowl to blend. Season the lemon and olive oil mixture with salt and pepper, to taste.
  • Brush the swordfish steaks with 2 tablespoons of the lemon and olive oil mixture. Grill the steaks until just cooked through, about 3 minutes per side (depending on thickness of steaks). Transfer the steaks to plates. Spoon the remaining sauce over and serve.

SWORDFISH WITH TOMATOES AND CAPERS



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Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     main-dish

Time 57m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 cup chopped yellow onion (1 onion)
1 cup chopped fennel (1 bulb)
3 tablespoons good olive oil
1 teaspoon minced garlic
28 ounces canned plum tomatoes, drained
1 teaspoon kosher salt
3/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons chicken stock
2 tablespoons good dry white wine
1/2 cup chopped fresh basil leaves
2 tablespoons capers, drained
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
4 (1-inch-thick) swordfish fillets (about 2 1/2 pounds)
Fresh basil leaves

Steps:

  • For the sauce, cook the onions and fennel in the oil in a large saute pan on medium-low heat for 10 minutes, until the vegetables are soft. Add the garlic and cook for 30 seconds. Add the drained tomatoes, smashing them in the pan with a fork, plus the salt and pepper. Simmer on low heat for 15 minutes. Add the chicken stock and white wine and simmer for 10 more minutes to reduce the liquid. Add the basil, capers, and butter and cook for 1 minute more.
  • Prepare a grill with hot coals. Brush the swordfish with olive oil, and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Grill on high heat for 5 minutes on each side until the center is no longer raw. Do not overcook. Place the sauce on the bottom of a plate, arrange the swordfish on top, and garnish with basil leaves. Serve hot or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 596 calorie, Fat 32 grams, SaturatedFat 8 grams, Cholesterol 195 milligrams, Sodium 900 milligrams, Carbohydrate 14 grams, Fiber 4.5 grams, Protein 58 grams, Sugar 4 grams

GRILLED SWORDFISH WITH PESTO-LEMON-CAPER SAUCE



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Provided by Marian Burros

Categories     dinner, quick, main course

Time 25m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 1/2 large bunches flat-leaf parsley
3/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
Juice of 1 lemon
Grated rind from 2 lemons
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 cup diced red onion
2 tablespoons capers
1/3 cup chopped cornichons
8 anchovy fillets, dried on paper towels
6 swordfish steaks, 1-inch-thick
Olive oil for grilling

Steps:

  • In the bowl of a food processor, combine all of the ingredients except the swordfish and the olive oil for grilling, and process until coarsely chopped.
  • Rub the swordfish with olive oil, and grill on both sides until cooked, following the Canadian rule: measure at thickest point, and allow 8 to 10 minutes to the inch, turning once. Serve topped with the pesto-lemon-caper sauce.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 498, UnsaturatedFat 31 grams, Carbohydrate 5 grams, Fat 40 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 29 grams, SaturatedFat 7 grams, Sodium 415 milligrams, Sugar 2 grams, TransFat 0 grams

GRILLED SWORDFISH WITH LEMON CAPER BUTTER



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Make and share this Grilled Swordfish With Lemon Caper Butter recipe from Food.com.

Provided by dicentra

Categories     Very Low Carbs

Time 20m

Yield 2-3 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 lb swordfish steak
2 teaspoons olive oil
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon drained capers
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/8 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Preheat grill or broiler.
  • Brush swordfish with oil and season with salt and pepper.
  • Grill or broiler 3-5 minutes until browned outside and just opaque throughout.
  • While fish is grilling, in a small saucepan, combine butter, lemon juice, capers, garlic and salt.
  • Heat on grill or stovetop until butter is melted and flavors have combined, 2-3 minutes.
  • Serve swordfish with butter sauce spooned on top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 476, Fat 31.2, SaturatedFat 11.6, Cholesterol 180.3, Sodium 704.1, Carbohydrate 1.8, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 0.2, Protein 45.1

Tips:

  • Use a sharp knife to cut the swordfish into steaks. This will help to ensure that the steaks cook evenly.
  • Pat the swordfish steaks dry with paper towels before grilling. This will help to prevent the steaks from sticking to the grill.
  • Preheat the grill to medium-high heat before cooking the swordfish steaks. This will help to sear the steaks and prevent them from sticking to the grill.
  • Cook the swordfish steaks for 4-5 minutes per side, or until they are cooked through. Be careful not to overcook the steaks, as they will become dry and tough.
  • Serve the swordfish steaks immediately with the basil caper butter.

Conclusion:

Grilled swordfish with basil caper butter is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a summer meal. The swordfish is cooked to perfection and the basil caper butter adds a delicious flavor. This dish is sure to please everyone at your table.

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