Description
Ina Garten’s caesar-roasted swordfish delivers Mediterranean coastal flavors with elegant simplicity. Robust herbed marinade and perfect roasting technique ensure succulent fish that pleases diners seeking sophisticated seafood experiences.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 lb / 1.36 kg center-cut swordfish steaks, ¾ to 1 inch thick, cut into 6 portions
- 1 cup / 240 ml good mayonnaise
- ½ cup / 120 ml chopped scallions, white and green parts (4 scallions)
- ¼ cup / 60 ml chopped fresh parsley
- 3 tbsps freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 3 tbsps drained capers
- 2 large garlic cloves, chopped
- 2 tsps Dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp grated lemon zest (2 lemons)
- 1 tbsp anchovy paste
- 2 tbsps good olive oil
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
- Lemon wedges, for serving
Instructions
- Preparation: Position the oven rack in the middle and preheat to 260°C / 500°F. Line a baking tray with aluminum foil for easy cleanup.
- Caesar Sauce Creation: In a food processor, blend garlic, parsley, anchovy paste, and Dijon mustard until finely textured. Add mayonnaise, lemon zest, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Process until smooth and uniform.
- Fish Marination: Place swordfish steaks on the prepared tray. Season both sides with salt and pepper. Reserve one-third of the Caesar sauce for serving. Coat the fish completely with the remaining sauce, ensuring thorough coverage. Sprinkle chopped scallions over the fish and let rest for 10 minutes to absorb flavors.
- Roasting and Resting: Roast the fish in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes until barely cooked through. Remove and tent loosely with foil, allowing an additional 10-minute rest to retain moisture and complete cooking.
- Caper Preparation: Heat olive oil in a small skillet over medium-high heat. Fry capers for 30-60 seconds until they become crispy and golden.
- Plating: Transfer swordfish to serving plates. Garnish with lemon wedges, crispy capers, and the reserved Caesar sauce. Serve immediately to maintain optimal temperature and texture.
Notes
- Optimize Oven Temperature: Preheat to the exact 260°C / 500°F for perfect high-heat roasting, ensuring a golden exterior and moist interior.
- Master Sauce Technique: Reserve one-third of Caesar sauce for finishing, preventing cross-contamination and preserving fresh flavor for final presentation.
- Monitor Fish Doneness: Roast swordfish precisely 10-12 minutes, aiming for barely cooked center to maintain tender, succulent texture without overcooking.
- Elevate with Crispy Capers: Quickly sauté capers in hot oil for 30-60 seconds, creating a crunchy golden garnish that adds unexpected texture and bright flavor contrast.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 445
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 24 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 36 g
- Cholesterol: 95 mg