Fillet of Swordfish Rolled with a Mixed Filling (Involtini di Pesce Spada con Finocchio)

Swordfish slices rolled with a savory breadcrumb and herb filling, served with a fresh blanched fennel and onion salsa.

Estimated Nutrition

Per Serving Total
Calories 455.2 kcals 1820.6 kcals
Carbohydrates 19.1 grams 76.5 grams
Fat 30.6 grams 122.3 grams
Protein 27.7 grams 110.8 grams
Cook Time
15 mins
Produces
4 people
Allergies
Vegetarian
Vegan
Dairy Free
Gluten Free

Ingredients

CondimentsSauces
20
g
Capers
in brine
Fruits
1
piece
Lemon Zest
grated
1
tsp
Lemon Juice
to taste
GrainsCereals
110
g
Breadcrumbs
fresh, no crust
NutsSeeds
1
clove
Garlic
small
10
g
10
g
Mint
fresh leaves
1
piece
Black Pepper
freshly ground
1
piece
Salt
to taste
1
pinch
Saffron
strands for decoration
OilsFats
4
tbsp
Olive Oil
for frying
3
tbsp
1
tbsp
Seafood
400
g
Swordfish
middle-cut loin, cut into 8 slices
6
piece
Anchovies
fillets in olive oil
Vegetables
0.5
piece
Fennel Bulb
sliced thinly, blanched and patted dry
0.5
piece
White Onion
sliced thinly, blanched and patted dry
3
piece
Tomato
small, diced for decoration

Steps

  • Pulse the filling ingredients in a food processor until the mixture is fluffy.
  • Flatten the swordfish slices between sheets of cling film using a meat cleaver.
  • Divide filling into 8 small sausage shapes, roll into the swordfish slices, and secure with sticks.
  • Fry the rolls in oil until golden brown and evenly cooked.
  • Mix the fennel, onion, salt, pepper, lemon juice, and olive oil to make the salsa.
  • Serve the rolls over the salsa and garnish with saffron, fennel leaves, and tomatoes.