Easy Blackened Swordfish
Meaty swordfish gets a bold kick from Creole seasoning and a quick sear in a hot skillet, forming a smoky, peppery crust while staying moist inside. Brushed with butter for richness, this dish shines on busy weeknights and pairs well with bright sides like lemony greens or corn salad. Easy Blackened Swordfish brings restaurant-style flavor in minutes.
- Prep5 mins
- Cook5 mins
- Serves2
- DifficultyEasy
- 1
Heat a cast iron skillet over medium-high heat. Put the melted butter in a shallow bowl. Dip the fish into the butter and set it on a plate. Sprinkle the Creole seasoning over the fillets and press it in.
- 2
Place the fish in the hot skillet and cook until it begins to blacken but does not burn, about 2 minutes. Flip and cook until the other side is blackened, about 2 minutes more.
- Calories 413.65 kcal High
- Protein 33.11 g Good Source
- Carbs 0.0 g Moderate
- Total Fat 31.14 g High
- Saturated Fat 17.64 g High
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 130.73 mg High
- Sodium 172.27 mg Moderate
- Fiber 0.0 g Low Source
- Sugar 0.0 g Low Source
- Added Sugar 0.0 g Low Source
- Calcium 0.06 mg Low Source
- Iron 1.63 mg Low Source
- Potassium 0.22 mg Low Source
- Vitamin A 45.04 mcg_rae Low Source
- Vitamin C 1.87 mg Low Source
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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About This Recipe
Easy Blackened Swordfish is a Cajun and Creole dinner recipe made with 3 ingredients. It takes about 10 mins, serves 2, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Butter, Creole Seasoning, and Swordfish. Each serving provides about 413.65 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Easy Blackened Swordfish?
- It is a Cajun and Creole recipe made with 3 ingredients, usually served for dinner or lunch.
- What is Easy Blackened Swordfish made of?
- The main ingredients are Butter, Creole Seasoning, Swordfish. The full list of 3 is above.
- What goes well with Easy Blackened Swordfish?
- Explore these Cajun and Creole side-dish recipes.
- How long does it take to make Easy Blackened Swordfish?
- About 10 mins in total: 5 mins to prepare and 5 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 413.65 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Easy Blackened Swordfish easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 3 ingredients and 2 steps.
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