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    Home » Entrees » Grilled Mojito Swordfish

    Aug 1, 2016 · Modified: Oct 16, 2020 by Sues · This post may contain affiliate links, uses cookies, and generates income via ads · View privacy policy + disclosure statement linked in footer · 14 Comments

    Grilled Mojito Swordfish

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    Your favorite summer cocktail in fish form? This grilled Mojito Swordfish has all the flavors of the classic mojito and is so quick and easy to prepare.

    Head-on view of a piece of grilled mojito swordfish on a white plate topped with mint and surrounded by lime wedges with recipe title at top

    Hi, August. Where the heck did you come from? August is such a tough one for me. Because on the one hand, I'm pretty much obsessed with the weather that usually comes with the month. Super hot and sunny and summer-y. On the other hand, it's signaling the end of the summer, which has me feeling super ugh.

    I know that summer technically doesn't end until the middle of September, but let's fact it, once September hits, fall is here. I saw on Facebook that some people's kids are actually going back to school today. On August 1. What? In my day and in my New England region, we never went back to school until after Labor Day in September. Also, today's weather is rainy and chilly and I walked past a girl wearing suede booties this morning. Too soon.

    Let's keep the grill running throughout the month of August. And the summer cocktails coming. Or you could just grill your cocktails... On fish. OK, that sounds weird, but I promise you that this grilled Mojito Swordfish is anything but weird.

    It's quick and simple to prepare, which  means you can come in from the beach, throw the fish in the 20-minute marinade, heat up the grill, and have dinner on the table in no time.

    GRILLED MOJITO SWORDFISH RECIPE

    The grilled swordfish marinade basically contains a classic mojito cocktail- rum, lime juice, and mint. Plus an abundance of garlic... Which you probably wouldn't want in your mojito cocktail, but which goes perfectly with this fish.

    You'll want to let it sit in the marinade for about 20 minutes for best results.

    Overhead view of two swordfish filets in a baking dish in mojito marinade with mint and garlic

    And then it's ready to be cooked. It's done after about six minutes on the grill and a little extra sprinkling of mint on top. Ooh la la. Almost as good as a tropical island vacation, right?? My suburban New England backyard... tropical vacation... What's the difference really?

    Overhead view of a piece of grilled swordfish topped with mint and garlic surrounded by lime wedges on a white plate

    There's something about swordfish that is just begging you to keep it simple and stay away from any frills. I think this dish is the perfect balance for keeping things exciting, but not taking away from the integrity of the fish (you know... gotta keep the fish's integrity in mind at all times!). The flavors were light and fresh and summer-focused, but the full swordfish flavor still came through.

    Landscape head-on view of a piece of grilled mojito swordfish with chopped mint and garlic on a white plate with lime wedges

    The only thing I did wrong with this meal is to not also serve it with actual mojito cocktails. I feel like that was a pretty big faux pas on my part. But don't worry, I dined on my grilled swordfish with a White Claw hard seltzer, which is pretty much my (and everybody else's) new favorite drink of the summer.

    I probably say this every time I make any type of seafood, but I never really understand why people are so afraid of it. Since fish is usually best served simple, it doesn't really require a lot of frills and can be served quickly and easily. Plus, when you grill it, you can keep any "fishy" smells outdoors, if that's what you're afraid of!

    Head-on view of a piece of grilled mojito swordfish on a white plate topped with mint and surrounded by lime wedges

    I hope that August brings with it a million more grilling days. Or at least 31. I'm going to spend my time focused on how much more of summer we have to enjoy (and eating more grilled mojito swordfish) rather than the fact that it's beginning to fade.

    What's your favorite way to prepare swordfish?

    If you're looking for more fish recipes, check out my Swordfish with Citrus Pesto or my Fish Tacos. I'm also obsessed with these Blackened Fish Burgers from Oh, Sweet Basil!

    Grilled Mojito Swordfish -- Your favorite summer cocktail in fish form? This grilled Mojito Swordfish has all the flavors of the classic mojito and is so quick and easy to prepare | wearenotmartha.com

    Grilled Mojito Swordfish

    Your favorite summer cocktail in fish form? This grilled Mojito Swordfish has all the flavors of the classic mojito and is so quick and easy to prepare.
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    Course: Entree
    Cuisine: American
    Keyword: Grilled Fish, Summer Fish, Swordfish Recipes
    Prep Time: 20 minutes
    Cook Time: 10 minutes
    Marinating Time: 20 minutes
    Total Time: 30 minutes
    Makes: 2 servings
    Author: Sues

    Ingredients

    • 2- 6 oz. swordfish steaks
    • 1 Tbsp olive oil
    • Salt and pepper
    • ¼ cup light rum
    • 1 Tbsp. freshly lime juice
    • 1 Tbsp. finely chopped mint
    • 3 cloves garlic minced

    Instructions

    • Place swordfish steaks in a shallow dish, rub with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
    • Combine light rum, lime juice, chopped mint, and garlic in a small bowl.
    • Pour marinade over the top of the swordfish steaks.
    • Put in refrigerator and let marinate for about 20 minutes, but be sure not to let it sit much longer or the lime juice may cook the fish.
    • Heat grill to medium-high heat and brush grates with canola oil.
    • Place swordfish steaks on grill and cook for about 3 minutes on each side, depending on thickness, until swordfish is cooked through.
    • Sprinkle with additional mint and serve with lime wedges.
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    1. Alyssa @ My Sequined Life says

      August 01, 2016 at 10:16 pm

      We've been grilling everything we can get our hands on this season but we've never made swordfish. I love how simple this is and how good that marinade looks!!

    2. Pam says

      August 02, 2016 at 12:18 am

      Simple. Delicious. My kind of recipe.

    3. Tandy | Lavender and Lime says

      August 02, 2016 at 1:36 am

      Love your flavour combination for the swordfish. I had a piece out of the freezer last week and my puppy decided to eat it! Not a good result for anyone. Enjoy the last 6 weeks of summer 🙂

    4. Kelly says

      August 02, 2016 at 6:24 am

      This summer is seriously flying by, can't believe it's August already. Grilling season is my favorite but we've never tried grilling swordfish before. Looks delicious! Love those pretty grill marks!

    5. Gayle @ Pumpkin 'N Spice says

      August 02, 2016 at 7:17 am

      I love the flavors of this fish! You can't go wrong with mojito!

    6. Michelle Lahey says

      August 02, 2016 at 3:45 pm

      Now I desperately miss our grill (which we left behind in Boston). This looks - and sounds - so summery and delicious!

    7. Juliana says

      August 02, 2016 at 3:53 pm

      Oh Sues...this fish sounds and looks delicious...I love the idea of mojito...thanks for the recipe!
      Have a wonderful week 🙂

    8. Barbara says

      August 03, 2016 at 11:06 am

      I do miss a grill....this looks so good! Love the flavors you've added too, Sues.

    9. Cheyanne @ No Spoon Necessary says

      August 03, 2016 at 8:13 pm

      I don't have to go back to school so I am boycotting and I am not going to stop celebrating summer until I absolutely have to - September 22nd. Well, let's be real.. I'm going to still celebrate summer until all the produce is gone at the market.. so hopefully it will be more like October. hahahaha. Anyways, I love me some swordfish and this looks fab, Sues! Grill mark perfection and that mojo?! YES!!! Gimme gimme!! Cheers, girlie!

    10. Pamela @ Brooklyn Farm Girl says

      August 05, 2016 at 12:20 pm

      This looks amazing! My Dad is a big fish person so I'm going to pass this recipe on to him, I know he will love it!

    11. Cakespy says

      August 07, 2016 at 8:46 am

      OMG, this is a meal that shouts "summer" in the most joyful way. Awesome and inspiring flavor combo!

    12. Simon says

      June 27, 2017 at 4:17 pm

      Nice recipe here! You remind me of some experiments I did in the beginning of my cooking career making mojito chicken. One of my better experiments and I lately tried it again with pork jowls for my blog! But never thought about doing it with fish! Great idea! Need to try it! I totally need to do more fish at all!

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