2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
2 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp fresh minced ginger
1/2 lb swordfish steak cut 1 1/4 to 1 1/2, inch thick
1 vegetable oil for broiling dish
1 scallion thin sliced on the diagona, l for garnish
1 lemon cut in half for garnish
Directions
Combine lemon juice, soy sauce, olive oil, ginger and garlic in a
bowl. MArinate swordfish in the mixture for 1 hour in refrigerator,
turning occasionally. Remove from marinade and scrape off any ginger
or garlic that may cling. Strain marinade, reserving liquid. Preheat
broiler. Place swordfish 4 inches from heat source on a lightly
oiled, flat broiling dish. Don't place fish directly on broiling
rack, which can break it apart. Brushing with reserved marinade,
broil fish to desired degree of doneness, 4 5 minutes per side. Don't
overcook. Sprinkle with scallion and garnish with lemon halves. Serve
immediately.
Servings: 6 servings
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Categories: Asian; Chinese; Fish; Grilling; Seafood
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