Herb-baked Swordfish Recipe

Name: Herb-baked Swordfish
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 swordfish steaks about 6 oz (175g) each, skin removed; Salt and freshly ground black pepper; 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, plus more for the dish; 1 fennel bulb, thinly sliced; 4 ripe tomatoes, sliced; 1 lemon, sliced; 4 tbsp chopped parsley; 1 tbsp chopped mint; 2 tsp finely chopped rosemary; 1 tsp chopped thyme; 1/2 cup dry white wine

Servings: persons

4 swordfish steaks about 6 oz (175g) each, skin removed
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, plus more for the dish
1 fennel bulb, thinly sliced
4 ripe tomatoes, sliced
1 lemon, sliced
4 tbsp chopped parsley
1 tbsp chopped mint
2 tsp finely chopped rosemary
1 tsp chopped thyme
1/2 cup dry white wine

1
Preheat the oven to 350F (180C).
2
Season the swordfish with salt and pepper.
3
Lightly oil a large baking dish.
4
Spread the fennel in the dish and season with salt and pepper.
5
Place the swordfish in the dish in a single layer.
6
Top with the tomato and lemon.
7
Mix the parsley, mint, rosemary, and thyme together, and sprinkle over the fish.
8
Pour the wine and the oil over the fish.
9
Cover with aluminum foil.
10
Bake for 1520 minutes, or until the fish look opaque when flaked with a knife.
11
Serve immediately, with the pan juices.
12
Variation
13
Herb-baked Tuna
14
Replace the swordfish with 4 fresh tuna steaks of the same weight.
15
Throw in a handful of Kalamata olives and complete as above.

372

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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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 swordfish steaks about 6 oz (175g) each, skin removed, Salt and freshly ground black pepper, 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, plus more for the dish, 1 fennel bulb, thinly sliced, and more.

Yes, Herb-baked 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!

Herb-baked Swordfish

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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