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Saffron-flavored swordfish carpaccio, the recipe.
One of my favorite dishes is marinated swordfish capriccio and when I can I gorge myself on it.
Here I write the recipe on how to prepare it.

Ingredients

– 300 g fresh swordfish fillet;
– Saffron threads (about 0.5 g);
– Juice of 1 lemon;
– 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil;
– Salt to taste;
– Freshly ground black pepper to taste;
– Fresh basil leaves to garnish (optional);
– Parmigiano Reggiano flakes to garnish (optional).

Preparation

First, make the saffron marinade. In a small bowl, pour a small amount of boiling water over the saffron threads and let them infuse for about 10-15 minutes. This will allow the saffron flavor to infuse into the water.
In the meantime, cut the swordfish fillet into very thin slices, preferably with a sharp knife. Arrange the slices evenly on a serving plate, covering the entire surface.
Once the saffron has finished infusing, drain the water (you can also lightly press the threads to extract every drop of flavor). Add the lemon juice and olive oil to the infused saffron and mix well to create a flavorful marinade.
Pour the marinade over the swordfish arranged on the plate. Make sure each slice of fish is evenly covered with the marinade.
Add a light sprinkle of salt and freshly ground black pepper to the surface of the carpaccio.
Cover the dish with cling film and leave to marinate in the fridge for at least 30 minutes. This will allow the fish to absorb the flavours of the marinade.
Before serving, garnish the carpaccio with a few fresh basil leaves and, if desired, add a few flakes of parmesan cheese for an extra hint of flavour.
Serve the fresh and aromatic swordfish carpaccio as a starter or a light main course. Accompany with slices of crusty bread or croutons, if you prefer.
Enjoy!

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