Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsMax's Oyster BarBlackened Swordfish Recipe

Blackened Swordfish Recipe

Inspired by Max's Oyster Bar
Time1h
Serves4

Jambalaya Rice | Cajun Shrimp Remoulade

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Ingredients

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Blackened Swordfish

Method

Blackened Swordfish

  1. 1

    Prepare the Swordfish

    Pat the swordfish steaks dry with paper towels. This will help the blackening seasoning adhere better.

  2. 2

    Coat with Seasoning

    Generously coat both sides of the swordfish steaks with blackening seasoning.

  3. 3

    Heat the Oil

    In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat until it is shimmering.

  4. 4

    Cook the Swordfish

    Add the seasoned swordfish steaks to the skillet. Cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until the fish is cooked through and has a blackened crust.

  5. 5

    Serve

    Remove the swordfish from the skillet and serve with lemon wedges.

Jambalaya Rice

  1. 6

    Sauté Vegetables

    In a large pot, heat a little oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion, green bell pepper, and celery. Sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.

  2. 7

    Add Garlic and Spices

    Stir in minced garlic, Cajun seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Cook for another minute.

  3. 8

    Combine Ingredients

    Add rice, chicken broth, diced tomatoes, and sliced sausage. Bring to a boil.

  4. 9

    Simmer

    Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 20 minutes, or until the rice is tender.

  5. 10

    Add Shrimp

    Stir in the shrimp and cook for an additional 5 minutes until the shrimp are heated through.

  6. 11

    Garnish

    Remove from heat and garnish with chopped green onions before serving.

Cajun Shrimp Remoulade

  1. 12

    Prepare the Remoulade

    In a mixing bowl, combine cooked and chopped shrimp, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, hot sauce, lemon juice, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.

  2. 13

    Mix Well

    Stir all ingredients together until well combined.

  3. 14

    Chill

    Cover and refrigerate the remoulade for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld.

  4. 15

    Serve

    Serve the remoulade as a topping for the blackened swordfish or as a side dip.

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