Swordfish Kebabs

Name: Swordfish Kebabs
Prep time: 2 h
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 2 h 20 min
Yield: 4-6 serving(s)
Ingredients: 2 lbs swordfish steaks, cut into large cubes; 3 tablespoons olive oil; 1/2 lemon, juice of; 1 garlic clove, crushed; 1 teaspoon paprika; 3 tomatoes, quartered; 2 small onions, cut into wedges; salt & freshly ground black pepper

⏱ 140 mins 🍽 4-6 serving(s) 🏷 Nigerian

These Nigerian swordfish kebabs are marinated in a zesty blend of lemon juice, garlic, and paprika before being threaded onto skewers with tomatoes and onions. They are then grilled until perfectly cooked. The dish is designed to be served with a fresh salad, pitta bread, and hummus for a complete meal. The total preparation and cooking time is approximately 140 minutes, yielding enough for four to six people.

Ingredients

2 lbs swordfish steaks, cut into large cubes
3 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 lemon, juice of
1 garlic clove, crushed
1 teaspoon paprika
3 tomatoes, quartered
2 small onions, cut into wedges
salt & freshly ground black pepper

Method

Put the fish cubes into a large dish.
In a separate small bowl, mix the olive oil, lemon juice, crushed garlic, paprika, salt, and black pepper together.
Pour this marinade mixture over the fish in the dish.
Cover the dish loosely with clear film and allow it to marinate in a cool place for up to 2 hours.
Take skewers and thread the marinated fish cubes onto them, placing pieces of tomato and onion wedge in between the fish.
Cook the assembled kebabs under a grill for 7 to 10 minutes, remembering to turn them and baste them often with the leftover marinade.
Present the cooked kebabs accompanied by a generous amount of fresh salad.

Nutrition (per serving)

Sodium190700 mg

Recipe details

CategoryNigerian

AuthorMrs.Habu