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.

Gibraltar's Grilled Swordfish with Lemon and Herb Butter (Pez Espada a la Parrilla con Mantequilla de Limón y Hierbas de Gibraltar)

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

  1. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
  2. In a small bowl, mix together the softened butter, lemon juice, minced garlic, chopped parsley, and thyme. Season with salt and pepper.
  3. Season the swordfish steaks with salt and pepper.
  4. Grill the swordfish steaks for 4-5 minutes on each side, or until they are cooked through and have grill marks.
  5. 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