Grilled Swordfish Steaks with Basil-Caper Butter

• Recipe by Steven Raichlen

Ingredients

1. 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
2. 2 tablespoons chopped basil
3. 2 teaspoons drained capers, chopped
4. 1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
5. Salt and freshly ground pepper
6. 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
7. Four 8-ounce swordfish steaks, cut 1 inch thick
8. Arugula and Endive Salad with Pine Nuts and Parmesan, for serving

Directions

1. Light a grill. In a small bowl, blend the butter with the basil, capers and 1 teaspoon of the lemon juice. Season with salt and pepper, and refrigerate.
2. In a large, shallow dish, mix the olive oil with the remaining 1 tablespoon of lemon juice. Season the swordfish with salt and pepper and turn the fish in the olive oil mixture. Refrigerate for 15 minutes.
3. Grill the swordfish steaks over a hot fire until nicely charred on the outside and just cooked within, about 4 minutes per side. Transfer the steaks to plates, top each with a dollop of basil-caper butter and serve right away, with the Arugula and Endive Salad with Pine Nuts and Parmesan.

Make Ahead

The basil-caper butter can be refrigerated for up to 2 days.