Ginger Lime Swordfish Recipe
๐ Total Time: 17 minutes
๐ฅ Yield: 4 servings
๐ฅ Category: Healthy, Quick & Easy
Description:
Indulge in the delightful flavors of broiled swordfish infused with zesty ginger and lime. This recipe offers a light and effortless dish that pairs perfectly with various fish types, making it a versatile addition to your culinary repertoire.
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 2 | Lime rind |
| 1/2 | Fresh lime juice |
| 1/4 | Honey |
| 2 | Ground ginger |
| 2 | Green onions |
| 1 | Low-sodium soy sauce |
| 2 | Instant minced garlic |
| 4 | Swordfish steaks |
| – | Salt |
| 1/4 | Black pepper |
Nutrition Facts (Per Serving):
- Calories: 293.1
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1.9g
- Cholesterol: 66.3mg
- Sodium: 451.5mg
- Carbohydrates: 23.1g
- Fiber: 0.7g
- Sugar: 18.2g
- Protein: 34.5g
Instructions:
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Preheat broiler.
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Prepare the Sauce: In a small saucepan, combine lime rind, fresh lime juice, honey, ground ginger, green onions, low-sodium soy sauce, and instant minced garlic.
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Coat the Swordfish: Dip each swordfish steak into the lime mixture to thoroughly coat.
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Prepare the Pan: Place the fish on a broiling pan coated with cooking spray.
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Season: Sprinkle salt and black pepper over the swordfish.
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Broil: Place the pan under the broiler and cook for about 10 minutes or until the fish flakes easily when tested with a fork.
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Prepare the Sauce: While the fish is cooking, heat the remaining lime juice mixture over medium heat until it’s reduced by half, which should take about 8 minutes.
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Serve: Plate the cooked swordfish steaks and drizzle the reduced lime sauce over them. Serve immediately and enjoy the burst of flavors!
This Ginger Lime Swordfish recipe offers a harmonious blend of tangy lime, aromatic ginger, and savory soy sauce, creating a dish that is not only delicious but also healthy and quick to prepare. Perfect for busy weeknights or elegant dinner parties, this recipe is sure to impress with its vibrant flavors and tender swordfish steaks.
