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GRILLED SWORDFISH WITH LIME CAPER BUTTER SAUCE : GRILLIN WHILE CHILLIN

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Grilled Swordfish with Lime Caper Butter Sauce

Cultural Context

Grilled swordfish is a popular dish in coastal Mediterranean regions, where fresh seafood is a staple. The combination of lime and capers in the butter sauce highlights the fish's rich flavor while adding a zesty brightness. In modern cuisine, this dish is celebrated for its simplicity and elegance, making it a favorite for summer gatherings and outdoor dining.

MediterraneanUSmain
40 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 lb swordfish steaks
4 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons capers
1 tablespoon mustard
1/4 cup cream
2 tablespoons shallots
2 limes (juiced and zested)

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

swordfish steaks

🥗Healthier: grilled salmon

💰Cheaper: tilapia

Salmon offers healthy omega-3s, while tilapia is budget-friendly.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil provides a unique flavor and is dairy-free.

white wine

🥗Healthier: chicken broth

💰Cheaper: water with lemon

Chicken broth adds depth without alcohol.

capers

🥗Healthier: green olives

💰Cheaper: pickles

Green olives can mimic the brininess of capers.

1

Preheat the grill until super hot.

2

Clean the grill with a piece of aluminum foil if necessary.

3

Season the swordfish with salt and place it on the grill.

4

Cook the swordfish until it releases easily and is flaky, indicating it's cooked.

5

In a pan, melt butter and add shallots, capers, mustard, and cream to make the sauce.

6

Add lime juice to the sauce and stir well.

7

Serve the grilled swordfish with the butter sauce over it.

Cooking Techniques

grillingsautéing

Equipment Needed

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Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️Contains Alcohol

Dietary

pescatarian

Allergens

fishdairy

Also Known As

Swordfish with Lime Caper SauceGrilled Swordfish

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