Swordfish Spiedini Giada De Laurentiis
Transport your taste buds to the sunny coasts of Italy with Giada De Laurentiis' Swordfish Spiedini, a mouthwatering twist on classic seafood skewers. Featuring tender swordfish cubes marinated in a zesty blend of olive oil, fresh lemon, parsley, and garlic, this recipe is all about bold Mediterranean flavors. Each skewer is coated in a savory breadcrumb and Parmesan mixture before being perfectly grilled to golden perfection, creating a crispy crust that complements the buttery fish. Ready in just 30 minutes, this dish is an elegant yet approachable choice for weeknight dinners or al fresco entertaining. Serve these skewers fresh off the grill with a squeeze of lemon and your favorite sides for a light, flavorful meal that's sure to impress! Keywords: swordfish skewers, seafood skewer recipe, grilled swordfish, Giada De Laurentiis recipes, Mediterranean seafood.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 pounds swordfish steaks
- 0.25 cups olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 units garlic cloves, minced
- 0.5 cups breadcrumbs
- 0.25 cups Parmesan cheese, grated
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 8 units wooden skewers
Instructions
Cut the swordfish steaks into 1-inch cubes and set aside.
If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for at least 15 minutes to prevent burning during cooking.
In a large bowl, combine olive oil, lemon zest, lemon juice, chopped parsley, and minced garlic. Whisk to create a marinade.
Add the swordfish cubes to the marinade, tossing to coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate for 15 minutes to allow the flavors to soak in.
In a small bowl, mix together breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, salt, and black pepper. Set aside.
Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
Thread the marinated swordfish cubes onto the skewers, dividing them evenly among the skewers.
Press the breadcrumb mixture onto each side of the swordfish cubes, ensuring the coating adheres well.
Place the skewers on the hot grill and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until the swordfish is cooked through and slightly charred on the edges.
Remove the skewers from the grill and serve warm. Optionally, garnish with additional parsley and a squeeze of fresh lemon juice.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
490 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 28.0 g | 36% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.7 g | 28% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 124 mg | 41% | |
| Sodium | 582 mg | 25% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 11.9 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.9 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.4 g | ||
| Protein | 44.6 g | 89% | |
| Vitamin D | 34.0 mcg | 170% | |
| Calcium | 82 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 1.7 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 834 mg | 18% | |
*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.
