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Ricetta mediterranea PESCE SPADA AL LIMONE 🍋

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Italian Lemon Fish

Cultural Context

Italian Lemon Fish, or Pesce al Limone, hails from the coastal regions of Italy, where fresh fish and citrus are abundant. This dish embodies the Mediterranean diet, highlighting the simplicity and freshness of ingredients. Traditionally served in family gatherings, it has gained popularity worldwide, inspiring variations that incorporate different fish and herbs, celebrating the essence of Italian coastal cuisine.

ItalianITmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
tranci di pesce spada
40g di olio extravergine d'oliva
un pizzico di sale
un pizzico di pepe
un rametto di prezzemolo tritato
scorza e succo di 1 limone
uno spicchio d'aglio
origano

white fish fillets

🥗Healthier: firm tofu

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Tofu offers a plant-based option while canned tuna is more affordable.

white wine

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: apple cider vinegar

Vegetable broth adds flavor without alcohol, while vinegar is budget-friendly.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is healthier, while margarine can be a lower-cost alternative.

fresh parsley

🥗Healthier: dried parsley

💰Cheaper: frozen herbs

Dried parsley is lower in calories, and frozen herbs are often cheaper.

1

Season the swordfish steaks with salt, pepper, and oregano.

2

Heat the extra virgin olive oil in a pan.

3

Add the chopped garlic and sauté until fragrant.

4

Place the swordfish steaks in the pan and cook until golden brown on both sides.

5

Add the lemon zest and juice to the pan and cook for a few more minutes.

6

Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingdredgingsimmering

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️Contains Alcohol

Dietary

pescatarian

Allergens

fishglutensulfites

Also Known As

Pesce al LimoneLemon Fish
Local Name: Pesce al Limone

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