Winter 2000

Walnut and Brie Stuffed Swordfish Steak with a Carrot and Pear Slaw. (Serves 6)


For the stuffing:
  • 10 ounces Brie cheese, rind removed
  • 1 bunch fresh sage, chopped
  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
  • Mix all ingredients well.

For the vinaigrette:
  • 1 shallot, minced
  • 1 orange, zested. Chop remainder of orange and combine with the zest.
  • 1 cinnamon stick
  • 1/3 cup blended salad oil
  • 1/4 cup cider vinegar

For the slaw:
  • 3 carrots, julienne cut
  • 4 pears, julienne cut
  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
  • Toss all ingredients well with half of the vinaigrette.

Warm oil and cinnamon stick together to infuse flavors for approximately 1 hour. Let cool and remove stick. Add remaining ingredients and mix well. Store in a covered container overnight.

For the swordfish:
6 eight-ounce swordfish steaks, cut thick. Cut each steak on the flesh side to form a pocket. (Thick cut steaks will make this easier.) Stuff each steak with equal amounts of stuffing. Charbroil each steak for 2 to 3 minutes per side, so they are well grill marked. Place steaks into a shallow pan and bake in a 375-degree oven for 5 to 6 minutes. Place slaw in the center of the plate and top with swordfish. Drizzle with remaining vinaigrette.

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