Air-Fried Swordfish Steaks: Quick, Easy, And Delicious

Swordfish steaks are a great option for a quick and easy meal that's sure to impress. Cooking them in an air fryer is a breeze and results in tender, perfectly cooked fish with a fresh flavour and a dreamy texture. In this article, we'll take you through the simple steps to achieve swordfish steak perfection, from marinating and seasoning to the ideal cooking time and temperature.

Marinating the swordfish steaks

To marinate swordfish steaks for cooking in an air fryer, first combine olive oil, honey, soy sauce, lemon zest, parsley, thyme, garlic, salt and pepper. Reserve two tablespoons of the marinade to spoon over the cooked fish. Pat the swordfish steaks dry with paper towels, then coat them in the marinade. Place the steaks in a baking dish or a ziplock bag and leave to marinate in the refrigerator for one to eight hours.

Swordfish steaks can also be marinated by coating them in oil and seasoning both sides with lemon pepper seasoning.

Preheating the air fryer

Once the air fryer has reached the desired temperature, you can place the swordfish steaks into the basket. It is important to ensure that the steaks are in a single layer, so they cook evenly.

Before placing the swordfish steaks in the air fryer, you should pat them dry with a paper towel. This will help the fish absorb all the flavours from the seasoning and lemon juice. You can then coat the steaks with oil and season them with lemon pepper seasoning, spicy adobo seasoning, or your own blend of choice.

If desired, you can also spray the inside of the air fryer basket with a propellant-free cooking spray, such as avocado or olive oil, to prevent the fish from sticking.

Placing the swordfish steaks in the air fryer basket

Once you've prepared your swordfish steaks, it's time to place them in the air fryer basket. Make sure you've preheated your air fryer to 400°F/204°C. Then, place the swordfish steaks into the basket in a single layer. This will ensure even cooking.

Spray the inside of the air fryer basket with a propellant-free cooking spray, such as avocado or olive oil, to prevent the fish from sticking. You can also brush the steaks with oil before placing them in the basket.

When placing the swordfish steaks in the basket, be careful not to overcrowd them. Leave some space between each steak to allow for proper air circulation and even cooking. Depending on the size of your air fryer, you may need to cook the steaks in batches.

Once the steaks are in the basket, you're ready to start cooking. Set the timer for 8-10 minutes and flip the steaks halfway through to ensure even cooking on both sides.

Cooking the swordfish steaks

To cook swordfish steaks in an air fryer, first, pat the steaks dry with paper towels. This will help the fish absorb the flavours from the seasoning and lemon juice. Next, squeeze fresh lemon juice over the fish and season on both sides. You can use spicy adobo seasoning, lemon pepper seasoning, or your own blend.

Coat the swordfish steaks with oil, then place them in the air fryer basket in a single layer. Spray the inside of the air fryer with a propellant-free cooking spray, such as avocado or olive oil. Preheat your air fryer to 400°F/204°C and cook the steaks for 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway, until the internal temperature reaches 140-145°F/60-62.7°C.

Once the swordfish steaks are cooked, remove them from the air fryer and serve with lemon wedges and fresh parsley. You can also spoon over the reserved marinade from earlier.

Serving the swordfish steaks

Once your swordfish steaks are cooked, you can serve them with lemon wedges and garnish with fresh parsley. You can also squeeze some fresh lemon juice over the fish before serving and top with parsley if desired. If you have any of the marinade left over, you can spoon this over the finished fish.

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