Sicilian Style Grilled Swordfish
This Sicilian Style Grilled Swordfish is a simple Mediterranean seafood recipe featuring fresh swordfish steaks marinated with lemon, garlic, olive oil, and herbs before being grilled to perfection. Ready in under 30 minutes, it’s a healthy and flavorful dinner inspired by the coastal flavors of Sicily.
- Prep Time: 15 MINUTES
- Cook Time: 10 MINUTES
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 SERVINGS 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: ITALIAN INSPIRED, Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 swordfish steaks (about 6 ounces each)
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- Juice of 2 lemons
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Lemon wedges, for serving
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, parsley, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Place swordfish steaks in a shallow dish and pour the marinade over the fish.
- Marinate for 15 to 30 minutes in the refrigerator.
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat and lightly oil the grates.
- Remove swordfish from the marinade and grill for 4 to 5 minutes per side, or until the fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
- Transfer to a serving platter.
- Drizzle with any reserved marinade and garnish with additional parsley and lemon wedges.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
- Choose swordfish steaks that are at least 1-inch thick for the best grilling results.
- Avoid overcooking, as swordfish can become dry.
- Fresh lemon juice and parsley provide the most authentic Sicilian flavor.
- Delicious served with tomato salad, grilled vegetables, lemon rice, or crusty Italian bread.