Mediterranean Swai Fillets

2 ratings

prep time:: 5 min
total time:: 20 min

Makes 4 servings

This quick and colorful dish features Swai, a tender mild-flavored fish from Vietnam. It is much like sole in texture but less expensive. You can substitute any white fish and adjust the broiling time accordingly.

ingredients

2 lbs (4) swai fillets
1/4 cup ranch dressing
1/3 cup pine nuts
2 Tb olive oil
1 clove garlic, minced
1/2 chopped tomato
2 Tb capers
3 Tb sliced black olives
Juice of a wedge of lemon
1 Tb butter
3 Tb fresh parsley, chopped

directions

1
Preheat the broiler, and lay out the swai fillets in a single layer on a pan coated with cooking spray. Coat the top of each piece with about a tablespoon of ranch dressing. Broil 10 minutes or until done.
2
While the fish is cooking, heat up a medium frying pan and toss the pine nuts until toasted.
3
Add olive oil and garlic. Stir until garlic is lightly browned. Add tomato, capers and olives and stir until heated through.
4
Add a generous squeeze of lemon juice and remove from heat. Stir in butter until just melted and sauce thickens.
5
Pour over cooked fish. Sprinkle with fresh parsley and serve.