Seafood main dishes

Swordfish Stew

⏱ 20 min🍳 15 min👤 4 pp★★☆☆☆

Swordfish, a symbol of Mediterranean culinary tradition, finds in its stew one of the most flavorful and versatile expressions of seafood cuisine. This dish, characterized by a bold flavor and tender texture, is prepared with floured cubes of swordfish that are browned until golden to enhance their taste. The addition of fresh, sweet, and aromatic spring onions further enriches the dish, while Taggiasca olives and bay leaves provide a touch of intensity and complexity. The cooking technique, which involves an initial browning followed by deglazing with white wine, helps keep the fish meat tender and flavorful, creating a rich base that envelops each piece. This swordfish stew is not just a dish to enjoy by the sea; it is perfect for a dinner among friends or a Sunday lunch, accompanied by a side of grilled vegetables or a simple tomato and basil salad. Although every family may boast its own variant, enriching the dish with seasonal ingredients like fresh cherry tomatoes or capers, the final result always pays homage to the freshness and authentic flavors of the sea. With its versatility and enveloping aroma, swordfish stew is also well-suited for special occasions, making every meal a moment to remember.

Ingredients

Nutritional values 280 kcal / serving

Protein
38g
Carbohydrates
8g
Fat
12g
Fiber
0.5g

* approximate values per serving

Information
20 minutes Preparation time
15 minutes Cooking time
Serves 4 persons
★★☆☆☆ Medium difficulty

Preparation

Take the swordfish, cut it into cubes and dust them with flour. Slice the spring onions and sauté them in a little olive oil. Add the fish. Brown it well, then add the bay leaves, olives, and mix. Deglaze with white wine and cook until done.

Tips
If you want to enhance the flavor of swordfish, be careful not to cook it too long, otherwise it will become dry and tough. A couple of minutes of browning is enough to keep it succulent.
Trivia
Swordfish is a migratory fish that can reach considerable sizes, up to 4 meters in length. It is highly appreciated in Mediterranean cuisine, especially in Sicily, where it is prepared in various ways.