Swordfish Skewers Recipe

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In Baraboo, Wisconsin, Nancy Thome threads marinated swordfish, fresh pineapple and green pepper onto skewers for a grilled sensation. The kabobs offer a hint of citrus flavor that's uniquely complemented by cayenne pepper, chili powder and crushed red pepper flakes.

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Diabetic Friendly

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Swordfish Skewers Recipe

Prep: 30 min. + marinating Grill: 10 min.

Yield: 4 Servings

30 10 40

Ingredients

1/4 cup rice vinegar
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon grated lemon peel
1/4 teaspoon chili powder
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1-1/2 pounds swordfish steaks, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 fresh pineapple, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
2 medium green peppers, cut into 1-inch pieces

Directions

In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the first eight ingredients; add the swordfish, pineapple and green peppers. Seal bag and turn to coat; refrigerate for up to 1 hour.
Drain and discard marinade. On eight metal or soaked wooden skewers, alternately thread the swordfish, pineapple and green peppers.
Using long-handled tongs, moisten a paper towel with cooking oil and lightly coat the grill rack. Grill, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from the heat for 8-12 minutes or until fish flakes easily with a fork, turning occasionally. Yield: 4 servings.

Editor's Note: Wear disposable gloves when cutting hot peppers; the oils can burn skin. Avoid touching your face.

Nutritional Facts 2 swordfish skewers equals 280 calories, 8 g fat (2 g saturated fat), 62 mg cholesterol, 146 mg sodium, 19 g carbohydrate, 3 g fiber, 33 g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 5 lean meat, 1 vegetable, 1 fruit, 1 fat.

Originally published as Swordfish Skewers in Light & Tasty June/July 2006, p33