Lemon Soy Swordfish With Avocado Butter Recipe

Experience a taste of California sunshine with this vibrant Lemon Soy Swordfish recipe! Adapted from the California Heritage Cookbook, this flavorful dish features succulent swordfish steaks marinated in a zesty lemon-soy sauce, then perfectly broiled or grilled to flaky perfection. The star of the show? Our homemade creamy avocado butter, a luscious accompaniment that elevates this dish to unforgettable levels. Impress your friends and family with this easy-to-follow recipe – it's guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser! Works with other steak fish too!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 70 mins
Calories 445.4 kcal
Protein 56g
Rating 4.8 (30 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Lemon Soy Swordfish With Avocado Butter

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How to Make Lemon Soy Swordfish With Avocado Butter

  1. **Marinate the Fish:** In a large resealable bag, whisk together 1/4 cup soy sauce, 2 tablespoons lemon juice, 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 teaspoon grated ginger, 1 clove minced garlic, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper.
  2. Add swordfish steaks (about 1.5 lbs) to the bag. Seal and refrigerate for 1-3 hours, turning occasionally.
  3. **Prepare for Cooking:** Preheat your broiler or grill to medium-high heat.
  4. **Broil/Grill the Swordfish:** Place swordfish steaks on a lightly oiled broiler pan or grill grate.
  5. **Broiling:** Broil for 5-6 minutes per side, or until the fish flakes easily with a fork.
  6. **Grilling:** Grill for 5-6 minutes per side, brushing frequently with the marinade for extra flavor.
  7. **Make the Avocado Butter:** In a small bowl, beat 1/2 cup (1 stick) softened unsalted butter with an electric mixer until light and fluffy.
  8. Beat in 1/4 cup mashed avocado, 1 tablespoon lime juice, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and a pinch of cayenne pepper (optional).
  9. **Serve:** Transfer the avocado butter to a serving dish and refrigerate until firm. Serve the hot swordfish topped with avocado butter, lemon wedges, and fresh parsley sprigs.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

37 g

Sugar

3g

Fat

57g

Carbs

1g