Description
This easy broiled swordfish recipe uses Cajun seasoning or smoked paprika and cooks in about 8 minutes for a fast, flavorful seafood dinner.
Ingredients
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- Olive oil, for greasing the baking sheet
- 4 skinless swordfish steaks, approximately 1 inch thick
- Sea salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning or smoked paprika
Instructions
- Preheat the broiler on high and position an oven rack 5 to 6 inches below the heating element.
- Line a rimmed baking sheet with aluminum foil and lightly coat it with olive oil.
- Pat the swordfish steaks dry with paper towels. Season both sides with salt and black pepper, then rub them all over with the Cajun seasoning or smoked paprika.
- Arrange the swordfish on the prepared baking sheet.
- Broil without flipping for 6 to 8 minutes, checking early if the steaks are thinner than 1 inch.
- Remove the fish when the center is opaque, separates easily with a fork, and reaches an internal temperature of 145°F.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
- Cajun seasoning blends often contain salt. Check the label before seasoning the fish with additional sea salt.
- Broiler strength and swordfish thickness will affect the cooking time. An instant-read thermometer is the most reliable way to check for doneness.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-8 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Broiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
- Calories: 146
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 82 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.6 g
- Carbohydrates: 0 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 66 mg