Cracked Pepper Grilled Swordfish Recipe

Name: Cracked Pepper Grilled Swordfish
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro; 1/4 cup soy sauce; 1 tbsp. thinly sliced green onions; 1 tbsp. dark sesame oil; 2 tsp. rice vinegar; 2 slices ginger, lightly crushed; 1 clove garlic, crushed; 4 (5 oz. each) swordfish steaks, about 1 inch thick; 1 to 3 tsp. cracked pepper, to taste; 6 cups gourmet salad greens

Servings: persons

1
Combine the first 7 ingredients.
2
Stir with a whisk.
3
Reserve 2 tbsp.
4
soy sauce mixture.
5
Set aside.
6
Combine remaining soy sauce mixture and swordfish in a shallow dish, turning swordfish to coat.
7
Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for 10 minutes, turning once.
8
Remove swordfish from dish.
9
Discard marinade.
10
Press pepper into both sides of each swordfish steak.
11
Prepare grill.
12
Place swordfish on rack coated with cooking spray.
13
Grill for 4 minutes on each side or until fish flakes easily when tested with a fork.
14
Combine greens and reserved soy sauce mixture.
15
Toss well.
16
Arrange salad on plates.
17
Top with swordfish.

338

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro, 1/4 cup soy sauce, 1 tbsp. thinly sliced green onions, 1 tbsp. dark sesame oil, and more.

Yes, Cracked Pepper Grilled Swordfish falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Cracked Pepper Grilled Swordfish

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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