Swordfish Steak With Lemon And Capers Recipe

Name: Swordfish Steak With Lemon And Capers Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 to 4 lemons; 6 slices swordfish (about 8 ounce. each); Salt and freshly grnd white pepper; Lowfat milk; All-purpose flour; ½ tbsp. peanut oil; 1 teaspoon butter; 5 tbsp. (5/8 stick) unsalted butter; 1/4 c. liquid removed capers; 2 tbsp. minced fresh parsley (garnish)

Servings: persons

1
Carefully peel lemons, discarding all of white pith.
2
Cut white membrane from lemon sections.
3
Remove segments, then dice and set aside.
4
Generously season swordfish with salt and white pepper to taste.
5
Dip each slice in lowfat milk.
6
Coat with flour, shaking off excess.
7
Heat 6 Tbsp.
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oil in large skillet over medium-high heat.
9
Stir in 1/2 tsp.
10
butter.
11
Add in 3 slices of fish and saute/fry till lightly browned on both sides.
12
Reduce heat and continue cooking till fish is opaque and feels hard to touch.
13
Transfer to heated serving platter and keep hot.
14
Repeat with remaining oil, 1/2 tsp.
15
butter and fish.
16
Wipe out skillet.
17
Add in remaining butter and cook over medium heat till lightly browned.
18
Stir in reserved lemon and capers.
19
Pour over fish, garnish with minced parsley and serve immediately.
20
6 servings.

170

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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: 3 to 4 lemons, 6 slices swordfish (about 8 ounce. each), Salt and freshly grnd white pepper, Lowfat milk, and more.

Yes, Swordfish Steak With Lemon And Capers Recipe 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!