Swordfish or Halibut with a Cumin Crust
Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this bold and flavorful Swordfish or Halibut with a Cumin Crust. Perfectly flaky fillets are coated in a smoky spice blend of ground cumin, paprika, garlic powder, and black pepper, creating a golden crust that delivers a satisfying crunch in every bite. Sautéed in olive oil until tender and juicy, this dish is ready in just 20 minutes, making it ideal for quick yet impressive meals. A squeeze of fresh lemon zest and a sprinkle of optional cilantro add a bright, fresh balance to the rich, spiced fish. Whether you’re using swordfish’s hearty texture or halibut’s delicate flakiness, this recipe is a surefire way to bring restaurant-quality seafood to your table. Perfect for healthy eating enthusiasts and lovers of bold, aromatic flavors!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces (6 oz each) Swordfish or halibut fillets
- 2 teaspoons Ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 whole, sliced into wedges Lemon
- 2 tablespoons, chopped Fresh cilantro (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Pat the swordfish or halibut fillets dry with paper towels to remove any excess moisture.
In a small bowl, mix together the ground cumin, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper to create the spice blend.
Rub the spice mixture evenly over both sides of each fillet, pressing gently to adhere the spices to the surface.
Heat the olive oil in a large non-stick skillet or grill pan over medium heat.
Once the oil is shimmering, add the fillets to the pan. Cook for 4-5 minutes on the first side without moving them, allowing the crust to form.
Carefully flip the fillets and cook for another 4-5 minutes, or until the fish is opaque and flaky in the center.
Remove the fillets from the pan and let rest for 2 minutes before serving.
Garnish with fresh cilantro (if desired) and serve with lemon wedges on the side for a bright, zesty finish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
501 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 38.2 g | 49% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.9 g | 34% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 68 mg | 23% | |
| Sodium | 2476 mg | 108% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 11.7 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.5 g | 12% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.9 g | ||
| Protein | 29.7 g | 59% | |
| Vitamin D | 14.2 mcg | 71% | |
| Calcium | 80 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 5.0 mg | 28% | |
| Potassium | 772 mg | 16% | |
*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.
