Gibraltar's Grilled Swordfish with Lemon and Herb Butter (Pez Espada a la Parrilla con Mantequilla de Limón y Hierbas de Gibraltar)
Pez Espada a la Parrilla con Mantequilla de Limón y Hierbas de Gibraltar is a classic Gibraltarian dish that features grilled swordfish with a zesty lemon and herb butter. This dish is perfect for a summer barbecue or a special dinner with friends and family.
Ingredients
- 4 swordfish steaks
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
- In a small bowl, mix together the softened butter, lemon juice, minced garlic, chopped parsley, and thyme. Season with salt and pepper.
- Season the swordfish steaks with salt and pepper.
- Grill the swordfish steaks for 4-5 minutes on each side, or until they are cooked through and have grill marks.
- Top each swordfish steak with a generous dollop of the lemon and herb butter before serving.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 15 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 10 minutes
- Total time:
- 25 minutes
- Cooking method
- Grilling
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 320 per serving
- Protein
- 25g
- Fat
- 20g
- Carbohydrates
- 10g
Supplies
Grill Tongs Bowl
Tools
Grill Knife Cutting board
Serving suggestions
Serve the grilled swordfish with a side of roasted vegetables and a fresh green salad.
Tips & tricks
For best results, make sure the grill is well-oiled before placing the swordfish steaks to prevent sticking.
Cost
$20