Crispy Swordfish Nuggets

These crispy bites of swordfish are great with tartar sauce, or simply with lemon wedges as shown.
Ingredients
- Lemon Wedges
- 1 1/2 Pounds Of Swordfish 1 1/2 Inch Thick
- 2 Cups Homemade Breadcrumbs
- Cracked Black Pepper
- Sea Salt
- 1/2 Fresh Red Chile Pepper, Finely Chopped (Optional)
- 2 Teaspoons Finely Chopped Fresh Parsley
- 1 Teaspoon Grated Lemon Zest
- 2 Eggs
- 4 to 6 Tablespoons Olive Oil
Instructions
- 1
Cut the swordfish into 1 1/2 inch cubes.
- 2
Mix together the breadcrumbs, chile pepper, lemon zest,...: Mix together the breadcrumbs, chile pepper, lemon zest, and parsley, then season with salt and pepper.
- 3
Beat the two eggs with a fork until...: Beat the two eggs with a fork until frothy.
- 4
Dip the swordfish nuggets first into the eggs,...: Dip the swordfish nuggets first into the eggs, then roll in the breadcrumbs pressing lightly to ensure the crumbs adhere well to all of the sides.
- 5
Once all of the nuggets are breaded, heat...: Once all of the nuggets are breaded, heat the olive oil in a frying pan over medium heat.
- 6
Cook the nuggets until they are golden brown,...: Cook the nuggets until they are golden brown, and just barely cooked through inside.
- 7
Place the nuggets on a platter with the...: Place the nuggets on a platter with the wedges and serve hot.
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