How Long To Cook Swordfish in The Oven?

How Long to Cook Swordfish in The Oven

To cook swordfish in the oven, set the temperature to 400°F (200°C) for 1-inch thick steaks and roast for 10-12 minutes.

For thinner steaks, lower the oven temperature to 350°F (177°C) and bake for about 10 minutes to prevent overcooking.

If you’re working with fresh, hand-cut steaks (lucky you!), keep in mind they might not be perfectly uniform in thickness.

If you have a mix of thick and thin pieces, remove the thinner steaks after 10 minutes and allow the thicker steaks to continue cooking until they flake easily when pierced with a fork.

It could take up to 15 minutes for the thicker steaks to finish cooking.

How to Tell When Swordfish Is Done

The fish is done when it’s opaque, firm, and flakes easily with a fork. Be sure to remove it from the oven while it’s still moist, as it will continue to cook for a few minutes after being taken out.

Swordfish is done when its internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C), which you can check with an instant-read meat thermometer.

Easy Roasted Swordfish Recipe

• 2 swordfish steaks (about 6 oz each, 1-inch thick)
• 2 tablespoons blackened seasoning
• 2  tablespoons olive oil or melted butter
• kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
• 1 lemon, cut into wedges
• Fresh parsley for garnish

How To Roast Swordfish

1. Set your oven to 400°F (200°C) with the rack in the center of the oven.
2. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.Rinse the fish and pat it dry with paper towels.
3. Brush each steak with olive oil or melted butter. Scatter blackened seasoning evenly over both sides of the fish, pressing gently to help it stick.
4. Place the seasoned swordfish steaks on the baking sheet. Depending on their thickness, cook for 10-12 minutes. The fish is done when it flakes easily with a fork and reaches an internal temperature of 145°F.
5. Transfer the roasted swordfish to a serving platter and let it rest for 3 minutes before serving. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
6. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve with lemon wedges on the side.

Seasonings

• Salt and black pepper works well with all your fish. Add extra flavor by topping the dish with mango pico de gallo or peach salsa for a sweet topping.
• Old Bay seasoning
• Paprika, salt, pepper, and lemon Juice
• Lemon Pepper

Top Tips for Success

• Choose Fresh Steaks: Look for firm, pale pink swordfish steaks with a fresh, ocean-like smell. Avoid steaks with a strong fishy odor or discoloration.
• Prep the Fish: Rinse the fish under cold water and pat it dry with paper towels before seasoning.
• Season Wisely: Try our recipe for homemade blackened seasoning or Old Bay seasoning, or lemon pepper for great flavor. You can pick up the seasoning at your local seafood market.
• Avoid Overcooking: Swordfish can dry out if overcooked. Use a meat thermometer to check for an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C) for perfectly moist and flaky fish.

Pairing Suggestions

Here are some ideas for sides:

• Vegetables: roasted asparagus , steamed broccoli and carrots, or sautéed garlic parmesan green beans, roasted broccoli with garlic and cheese
• Salad: Caesar salad
• Potatoes: mashed potatoes, roasted baby gold potatoes, or roasted tiny red potatoes
• Rice: dirty rice, lemon asparagus rice, Spanish rice with peas
• Salsa: traditional pico de gallo, mango pico de gallo, peach and mango salsa or cilantro lime crema (creamy sour cream sauce)

Storage and Reheating

Store any leftover swordfish in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.

Reheat in a skillet over low heat for a few minutes or for a minute in your microwave oven.

Summary

To cook swordfish in the oven, roast 1-inch thick steaks at 400°F for 10-12 minutes, or bake thinner steaks at 350°F for about 10 minutes to avoid overcooking.

Adjust for varying thickness by removing thinner pieces earlier, while thicker steaks may take up to 15 minutes.

Swordfish is ready when it’s opaque, firm, and flakes easily, with an internal temperature of 145°F. Let the fish rest for a few minutes after cooking.

Our oven roasted blackened swordfish recipe is a delicious meal with our delicious side dishes.

Perfect for busy weeknights or special dinners, roasted swordfish is simple to prepare and packed with bold flavors.