Description
This Spicy Swordfish on the Grill is made with swordfish steaks, olive oil, salt, pepper, lemon, hot sauce and grilled to perfection.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 swordfish steaks, about 5 to 6 ounces each
- 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 2-4 tablespoons hot sauce (Valentina, Cholula, or Franks)
- Pinch of salt
- Pinch of pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the grill to medium high heat.
- Brush each swordfish with olive oil. Sprinkle salt and pepper (as much or as little as you like). Flip the swordfish and repeat on the other side.
- Place the swordfish on the grill. Cook for 5 minutes on one side then flip the sword fish. Apply the hot sauce on the cooked side with a brush. Cook for an extra 4 minutes, flip and apply hot sauce on the other side. The fish should flake easily while maintaining firmness.
- Remove the swordfish from the grill and add on a plate. Finish with a splash of fresh lemon juice.
Notes
- Choose fresh swordfish: When purchasing swordfish, look for a bright and shiny appearance with no signs of discoloration or dryness. Fresh swordfish should have a firm texture and a mild, slightly sweet scent.
- Marinate the swordfish: Marinating the swordfish can add extra flavor and help keep it moist during grilling. Try marinating the swordfish in a mixture of olive oil and lemon juice for at least 30 minutes before grilling.
- Don't overcook the swordfish: Swordfish can become tough and dry if overcooked. It's best to grill the swordfish for about 4-5 minutes per side or until the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C). Use a meat thermometer to ensure it's cooked perfectly.
- Use high heat: Preheat the grill to high heat before cooking the swordfish. This will help create a nice crust on the outside while keeping the inside moist and tender.
- Let the swordfish rest: After grilling, let the swordfish rest for a few minutes before serving. This allows the juices to redistribute and the fish to finish cooking.
- Serve with flavorful sides: Swordfish pairs well with a variety of flavorful sides such as roasted vegetables, grilled corn on the cob, or a fresh tomato and cucumber salad.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
- Calories: 199.7
- Sugar: 0.0 g
- Sodium: 130.8 mg
- Fat: 8.1 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.9 g
- Carbohydrates: 0.9 g
- Fiber: 0.1 g
- Protein: 29.0 g
- Cholesterol: 56.7 mg
