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30-Minute Garlic Butter Swordfish with Herbed Rice

  • Author: Fiona
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 2
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Sautéing
  • Cuisine: American

Description

Indulge in this quick and flavorful garlic butter swordfish dish, served over fragrant herbed rice for a delightful meal in just 30 minutes.


Ingredients

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  • 2 swordfish steaks (1-inch thick)
  • 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 cup long-grain rice (such as basmati or jasmine)
  • 2 cups vegetable broth
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped

Instructions

  1. For the Herbed Rice: In a medium saucepan, bring vegetable broth to a boil. Add rice and cover; reduce heat to low and simmer for about 15 minutes until tender.
  2. For the Swordfish: While the rice cooks, melt unsalted butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about one minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
  3. Season swordfish steaks with salt and pepper. Place them in the skillet with garlic butter and cook for about three minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
  4. Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the swordfish while still in the skillet.
  5. Final Steps: Once rice is done, fluff it with a fork and stir in chopped parsley and dill for added flavor. Serve swordfish alongside herbed rice. Garnish with additional fresh herbs if desired.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 swordfish steak (150g) with herbed rice (200g)
  • Calories: 480
  • Sugar: 0g
  • Sodium: 350mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 50g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 90mg

Keywords: - For a twist, substitute swordfish with salmon or chicken. - Enhance flavor by adding extra herbs or a splash of lemon juice to your herbed rice.