Fish Steaks with Olives and Capers
Elevate your next dinner with 'Fish Steaks with Olives and Capers,' a Mediterranean-inspired dish bursting with vibrant flavors and wholesome ingredients. Tender fish steaks—whether halibut, swordfish, or tuna—are pan-seared to golden perfection, then drenched in a luscious sauce featuring briny green olives, tangy capers, fragrant garlic, and fresh lemon juice. Finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley, this quick yet gourmet recipe comes together in just 25 minutes, making it perfect for weeknight dinners or elegant entertaining. Serve it with crusty bread, fluffy rice, or a crisp salad for a well-rounded meal your taste buds will adore. This seafood delight is a surefire way to add a touch of Mediterranean sunshine to your table. Keywords: fish steaks, Mediterranean recipe, quick dinner, olives, capers, healthy seafood recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces fish steaks (such as halibut, swordfish, or tuna)
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 cup green olives, pitted and roughly chopped
- 2 tablespoons capers, rinsed and drained
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
Instructions
Pat the fish steaks dry with a paper towel. Season both sides with salt and black pepper.
Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Place the fish steaks in the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature of 145°F or 63°C). Remove the fish from the skillet and set aside on a plate, covered loosely with foil.
In the same skillet, lower the heat to medium and add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil and the butter. Once the butter has melted, add the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds, just until fragrant.
Stir in the lemon zest, lemon juice, chopped green olives, and capers. Cook for 2 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Add the chopped parsley and stir into the sauce. Season with additional salt and black pepper to taste, if needed.
Return the fish steaks to the skillet and spoon the olive and caper sauce over the top.
Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, allowing the fish to warm through and absorb some of the flavors.
Serve immediately, garnished with extra parsley if desired. Pair with crusty bread, rice, or a crisp salad for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1449 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 113.9 g | 146% | |
| Saturated Fat | 29.3 g | 146% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 282 mg | 94% | |
| Sodium | 5666 mg | 246% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 23.5 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.8 g | 35% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.9 g | ||
| Protein | 95.3 g | 191% | |
| Vitamin D | 20.0 mcg | 100% | |
| Calcium | 256 mg | 20% | |
| Iron | 6.6 mg | 37% | |
| Potassium | 1602 mg | 34% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
