Swordfish Rolls with Apple Sauce

Swordfish rolls with apple sauce are a great way to combine the delicate flavor of fish with the sweetness and acidity of apples. Here’s how to prepare them:

Ingredients

• 8 thin slices of swordfish
• 1 green apple
• 1 shallot
• Juice of half a lemon
• 100 ml of white wine
• Extra virgin olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Chopped parsley to garnish

Preparation

1. Start by cleaning the swordfish, making sure the slices are thin and skinless. If necessary, lightly beat them with a rolling pin between two sheets of parchment paper to thin them out further.

2. Season the swordfish slices with salt and pepper on both sides.

3. Peel the apple and cut it into very small cubes. Put the cubes in a bowl and dress with lemon juice to prevent them from browning.

4. Finely chop the shallot and sauté it in a pan with a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil until it becomes transparent.

5. Add the apple cubes to the shallot and let them flavor for a couple of minutes.

6. Deglaze with the white wine and let the alcohol evaporate over medium heat. Cook for about 5 minutes, until the apple softens. If necessary, add a little water. Afterward, blend everything with an immersion blender to get a smooth sauce and keep it warm.

7. Lay the swordfish slices on a flat surface and roll them up on themselves to form the rolls.

8. Secure the rolls with a toothpick to prevent them from opening during cooking.

9. In a non-stick pan, heat a bit of oil and cook the swordfish rolls for about 2 minutes per side, until they are golden brown and cooked.

10. Place the rolls on a serving dish and pour the warm apple sauce over them.

11. Garnish with fresh chopped parsley and serve immediately.

Curiosity

Swordfish rolls are a typical preparation of Sicilian cuisine where swordfish is very popular and appreciated. The variation with apple sauce provides a contrast to the robust flavor of the swordfish with the freshness of apples, for a dish that is a perfect balance of flavors.