Easy Swordfish for Two Recipe
🕒 Cook Time: 5 minutes
🕒 Prep Time: 1 hour
🕒 Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
🍽️ Servings: 2
Description:
Impress your loved one with this delectable and easy-to-make swordfish dish that’s perfect for a cozy dinner for two. Marinated in a flavorful blend of mirin, soy sauce, olive oil, and garlic, and then grilled to perfection, this dish is sure to become a favorite in your weeknight dinner rotation.
Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon mirin
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Dried basil, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- 1/2 lime, juiced
- 2 swordfish fillets
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 242.8
- Fat: 12.3g
- Saturated Fat: 2.4g
- Cholesterol: 53mg
- Sodium: 672.1mg
- Carbohydrates: 3.7g
- Fiber: 0.6g
- Sugar: 0.6g
- Protein: 28.2g
Instructions:
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Prepare Marinade: In a small tupperware container, combine mirin, soy sauce, olive oil, and minced garlic.
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Season: Sprinkle a generous amount of dried basil and black pepper into the marinade, adjusting to taste. Mix well to combine.
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Marinate Swordfish: Place the swordfish fillets into the container with the marinade. Close the container securely and shake it gently to coat the fillets evenly with the marinade. Allow the swordfish to marinate in the refrigerator for 1 to 2 hours, allowing the flavors to infuse.
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Preheat Grill: Preheat your grill to medium-high heat, ensuring it’s well-oiled to prevent sticking.
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Grill Swordfish: Remove the swordfish from the marinade, shaking off any excess, and place them on the preheated grill. Cook the swordfish for about 4-5 minutes per side, or until they are cooked through and have grill marks.
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Serve: Once the swordfish is cooked to perfection, transfer them to a serving platter. Squeeze fresh lime juice over the swordfish fillets before serving to enhance the flavors.
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Enjoy: Serve your Easy Swordfish for Two alongside your favorite side dishes, such as steamed vegetables or a fresh salad, for a complete and satisfying meal.
This delightful recipe is not only high in protein but also low in carbs, making it an excellent choice for those following a low-carb or ketogenic diet. With its quick preparation and mouthwatering flavors, this Easy Swordfish for Two is sure to become a regular feature on your weeknight dinner menu!
