Best 4 Swordfish Steaks With A Tapenade Crust Recipes

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Seafood lovers, prepare to tantalize your taste buds with a culinary journey to the Mediterranean! Discover the delectable delights of swordfish steaks, skillfully crusted with a vibrant and flavorful tapenade. Embark on a sensory adventure as you uncover the secrets behind this remarkable dish, masterfully crafted to deliver a harmonious blend of textures and flavors. From selecting the perfect swordfish steaks to creating an aromatic tapenade, each step of this recipe is meticulously explained, ensuring your success in the kitchen. Find inspiration in the accompanying recipes that showcase the versatility of swordfish, including a zesty Mediterranean-inspired dish featuring a tantalizing lemon-herb sauce, a sophisticated Asian-style marinade that infuses the fish with a symphony of flavors, and a classic grilled swordfish recipe that celebrates the simplicity of fresh, perfectly cooked seafood. Whether you're a seasoned chef or just starting your culinary exploration, this article will guide you towards creating an unforgettable dining experience that will leave your loved ones craving more.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

BAKED SWORDFISH WITH TAPENADE AND ORANGE



Baked Swordfish with Tapenade and Orange image

Provided by Food Network

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 20

4 (6-ounce) swordfish steaks (about 3/4-inch thick) (or another firm fleshed fish such as: pacific halibut or mackerel)
Salt and pepper
1/2 cup green tapenade (available at specialty food stores)
1 orange, juiced
1/4 cup dry white wine
2 to 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
orange slices
minced parsley
Tomatoes Provencale, recipe follows
4 to 6 firm, ripe plum tomatoes
Salt
1 clove garlic, minced
2 tablespoons minced shallots
3 tablespoons minced fresh basil
1 tablespoon fresh thyme or 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1 tablespoon oregano
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup olive oil
1/2 cup dry white bread crumbs

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Place swordfish steaks in large shallow baking dish and season with salt and pepper. Spread tapenade on top of steaks. Pour orange juice and wine over and around the fish and cover with foil. Bake until fish is just cooked through, and still opaque, about 8 to 10 minutes.
  • Remove the baking pan from oven and transfer fish to platter. Pour remaining liquid into a small saucepan and reduce slightly. Whisk in butter and spoon sauce over fish. Garnish with orange slices and minced parsley.
  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Cut the tomatoes in half, crosswise. With your index finger poke out the seeds from the cavities. Sprinkle the halves lightly with salt and put the tomato upside down on a rack to drain for 20 minutes or more. Blend all of the remaining ingredients in a mixing bowl. Correct the seasoning. Sprinkle the insides of each tomato half with black pepper, then fill with 1 or 2 spoonfuls of the stuffing. Sprinkle with a few drops of olive oil. Arrange the tomatoes in the oiled baking dish. They can be prepared up to this point several hours ahead. Place the baking dish in the upper third of the preheated oven and bake the tomatoes until tender but still holding their shape, 10 to 15 minutes. The bread crumb filling should be lightly browned.
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Preparation time: 10 minutes Cooking time: 15 minutes Inactive prep time: 20 minutes

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

BAKED SWORDFISH WITH TAPENADE AND ORANGE



Baked Swordfish with Tapenade and Orange image

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 (6-ounce) swordfish steaks (about 3/4-inch thick) (or another firm fleshed fish such as: pacific halibut or mackerel)
Salt and pepper
1/2 cup green tapenade (available at specialty food stores)
1 orange, juiced
1/4 cup dry white wine
2 to 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
For garnish: orange slices and minced parsley
Accompaniment, if desired: Tomatoes Provencale, recipe follows

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
  • Place swordfish steaks in large shallow baking dish and season with salt and pepper. Spread tapenade on top of steaks. Pour orange juice and wine over and around the fish and cover with foil. Bake until fish is just cooked through, and still opaque, about 8 to 10 minutes.
  • Remove the baking pan from oven and transfer fish to platter. Pour remaining liquid into a small saucepan and reduce slightly. Whisk in butter and spoon sauce over fish. Garnish with orange slices and minced parsley.

PAN-ROASTED SWORDFISH STEAKS WITH MIXED-PEPPERCORN BUTTER



Pan-Roasted Swordfish Steaks with Mixed-Peppercorn Butter image

Categories     Roast     Low/No Sugar     Healthy     Swordfish     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/4 cup (1/2 stick) butter, room temperature
2 teaspoons chopped fresh parsley
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 teaspoon ground mixed peppercorns, plus more for sprinkling
1/2 teaspoon (packed) grated lemon peel
1 tablespoon olive oil
4 1-inch-thick swordfish fillets (about 6 ounces each)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°F. Mash butter, parsley, garlic, 1/2 teaspoon ground mixed peppercorns, and lemon peel in small bowl. Season to taste with salt.
  • Heat oil in heavy large ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat. Sprinkle swordfish with salt and ground mixed peppercorns. Add swordfish to skillet. Cook until browned, about 3 minutes. Turn swordfish over and transfer to oven. Roast until just cooked through, about 10 minutes longer. Transfer swordfish to plates. Add seasoned butter to same skillet. Cook over medium-high heat, scraping up browned bits, until melted and bubbling. Pour butter sauce over swordfish and serve.

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality swordfish steaks. Look for steaks that are firm to the touch and have a mild, fresh smell. Avoid steaks that are slimy or have a strong fishy odor.
  • Make sure the tapenade is well-seasoned. The tapenade is what gives the swordfish its flavor, so make sure it's packed with flavor. Use a variety of herbs and spices, and don't be afraid to adjust the proportions to your taste.
  • Don't overcook the swordfish. Swordfish is a delicate fish, so it's important to not overcook it. Cook the steaks for just a few minutes per side, or until they are cooked through but still moist.
  • Serve the swordfish immediately. Swordfish is best served immediately after it is cooked. This will help to ensure that the fish is moist and flavorful.

Conclusion:

Swordfish steaks with a tapenade crust are a delicious and easy-to-make meal. The tapenade adds a flavorful crust to the swordfish, while the fish itself is cooked to perfection. This dish is sure to impress your guests, and it's a great way to enjoy swordfish.

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