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Swordfish With Mango-Tomatillo Relish

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This dish offers a brilliant contrast of textures and flavors, pairing the meaty, firm consistency of swordfish with a bright, acidic relish. The mango provides natural sweetness that cuts through the richness of the fish, while the tomatillo adds a distinctive tartness typical of Mexican cuisine. Fresh cilantro and lime juice tie the relish together, creating a refreshing topping that feels light yet satisfying. It is an elegant option for summer barbecues or a sophisticated weeknight dinner. The simplicity of the preparation allows the high-quality ingredients to shine, making it a crowd-pleaser that is both visually striking and deliciously complex without being overly complicated to prepare.
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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 2
Calories: 30.0
Dietary: Gluten-free
Description
This dish offers a brilliant contrast of textures and flavors, pairing the meaty, firm consistency of swordfish with a bright, acidic relish. The mango provides natural sweetness that cuts through the richness of the fish, while the tomatillo adds a distinctive tartness typical of Mexican cuisine. Fresh cilantro and lime juice tie the relish together, creating a refreshing topping that feels light yet satisfying. It is an elegant option for summer barbecues or a sophisticated weeknight dinner. The simplicity of the preparation allows the high-quality ingredients to shine, making it a crowd-pleaser that is both visually striking and deliciously complex without being overly complicated to prepare.
Ingredients
  • 1 Mango Peeled and diced
  • 1 md Tomatillo -- husked, washed
  • 0.5 cup Red bell pepper -- seeded and minced
  • 2 tbsp Fresh cilantro -- minced
  • 2 tbsp Lime juice
  • 0.67 lb Swordfish steaks
  • to taste Ground black pepper
Directions
  1. 1
    Preheat the oven to 450&# 194;°F (230ðC).
  2. 2
    In a medium bowl, combine the diced mango, diced tomatillo, minced red bell pepper, minced cilantro, and lime juice. Toss gently to mix.
  3. 3
    Set the relish aside to allow the flavors to meld while the fish cooks.
  4. 4
    Place the swordfish steaks on a rack set inside a baking pan or use a broiler pan.
  5. 5
    Season the fish generously with ground black pepper.
  6. 6
    Bake in the preheated oven for approximately 12 minutes per inch of thickness, or until the fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
  7. 7
    Serve the cooked swordfish immediately, topped with or alongside the mango-tomatillo relish.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 2

Amount Per Serving
Calories 30.0kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 0.2g1%
Saturated Fat 0.1g1%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 0.5mg1%
Total Carbohydrate 7.5g3%
Dietary Fiber 0.8g4%
Sugars 7.0g
Protein 0.4g1%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

Swordfish is a firm fish that holds up well to baking or broiling. Ensure the steaks are of similar thickness for even cooking.

The relish can be made up to a day in advance. Store it in the refrigerator in an airtight container. Allow it to come to room temperature before serving for the best flavor.

If tomatillos are unavailable, you can substitute with finely diced green bell pepper or jalapeño for a milder heat, though the unique tartness will be missing.

For a grilled version, grill the swordfish over medium-high heat for 4-5 minutes per side.

Keywords: swordfish, mango, tomatillo, relish, salsa, seafood, fish, lime, cilantro, bell pepper, grilled, baked, summer, dinner, healthy, gluten-free, dairy-free, fresh
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