Swordfish Steaks | Fresh Fish Box | Wild caught
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About
AN ICONIC FISH WITH A DELICIOUS FLAVOUR
Known for its distinctive sword-shaped bill, the swordfish is an elusive, solitary, and powerful oceanic apex predator. It is as sought after for for its delicious, mildly sweet flavour. Swordfish travel great distances in search of prey and ours are caught off Cape Point by fishermen leaving from Table Bay.
CONTENTS
2x Fresh Swordfish Steaks (approx. 800g-950g per box) Serves 4
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Instructions
Your swordfish steaks will arrive fresh, simply store in your fridge and use at your leisure (up to 5 days). For home freezing, freeze on the day of arrival, and use within 3 months. Swordfish flesh colour may change colour from a light white to light brown once frozen (this is normal). -
Eco rating
Because of its appeal to both sport fishermen and chefs alike, swordfish have been overfished for a long time. And while SASSI regards the Atlantic Ocean population as sustainable, there are strict regulations on who may catch these fish using the longline fishing method. All our swordfish is sourced from a small fleet of local owned and operated licensed fishing vessels allowed to bring in this type of catch.
ECOSYSTEM IMPACT : Medium high
GEAR USED : Pelagic longline / bycatch of demersal longline
SUPPORTING LOCALS : Yes
DISTANCE TRAVELLED : 50km
DOLPHIN / TURTLE IMPACT : Medium high
REPRODUCTION POTENTIAL : Medium
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Fishwife Recipes
Golden Pan-seared Swordfish Steaks
If you’re wondering how to prepare your swordfish, our partner site The Fishwife has shared this simple four ingredient recipe. You will need:
- 2 Swordfish steaks
- 1 Tbsp Butter
- Salt & Pepper to taste
- Lemon juice (optional)
Preparation:
- Remove swordfish steaks from packaging and pat dry with paper towel.
- Season with salt and pepper.
- Add butter to a pan or skillet on a medium-high heat and allow to melt.
- Sear the steaks for 3 minutes on each side.
- Remove from heat and allow to rest in a separate dish for 1 minute before serving.
- Transfer to a serving plate and enjoy with a squeeze of lemon if desired.
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Delivery
R65 same-day packaging & delivery fee
CBD | Southern Suburbs | Houtbay | Plattekloof
Deep South | Table View, Blouberg, Melkbos | Durbanville
Stellenbosch | Somerset West | Franschhoek | Paarl
All zoned areas: Monday to Friday
- Order before 11am and receive your delivery the same day.
- Order after 11am and receive your delivery the following delivery day.
- Please note we do not deliver on Saturday, Sunday and Public holidays
We are working hard to extend our range. If you live outside our current delivery range but think there is significant demand in your area, please contact us.
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South AfricaGorgeous Tuna
So fresh and pink and delicious
South AfricaQuality
Great service and delivery. Quality of the fish was amazing. Will def order again.
South AfricaSwordfish
This fish was superb. All I did was sprinkle some Ina Paarman fish spice and a dash of fresh lemoin juice, then fried it in butter. Divine.
South AfricaSwordfish
Excellent quality.
South AfricaSword Fish Steaks
Ordered last week. Fish arrived nicely packed and fresh! Make a seasoning of Japanese Shichimi Togarashi based seasoning which is absolutely divine
South AfricaSwordfish steaks
Prompt delivery and visually very appealing product. Haven’t used it yet but planning a chunky fish pie this weekend.
South AfricaNo going wrong with the Swordfish steaks
As always, the fish was delivered quickly and unbelievably fresh. We find using the Fish Wife recipe results in the perfect dish. Rich flavours which don't overpower, yet keep you wanting more. This has become a favourite in the household when we're looking for a treat.
South AfricaBest fish ever!
Such fast and efficient service. The freshest fish. Will definitely be ordering again!
South AfricaSwordfish steaks
They were great.
South AfricaTasty!
Second time I ordered Swordfish and its even better this time round!
South AfricaExquisite swordfish
Most delicious and such fresh fish. A real treat. Delivery (on ice) within a few hours. Very happy!
South AfricaLovely
Lovely fish fillets!
South AfricaFresh box of Swordfish steaks
This was a repeat order and will definately continue. Excellent packaging and on-time delivery makes such a pleasant experience. These are perfect for the braai.
South AfricaDelicious fish, great service!
Haven't had swordfish in a while and this was absolutely perfect and delicious. On top of that I ordered in the morning and received the fish nicely packaged and all the way in Franschhoek before 5pm. All in all a fantastic experience.
South AfricaUnbelievable service and quality
I rarely write reviews but the team at Greenfish deserves every bit of praise and recognition. Lightning quick delivery of fish as fresh and clean as you can possibly hope for. At amazing value as well. I hope you continue to run a successful business for years to come. And yes, the swordfish is amazing.
South Africaswordfish
Thanking you for a wonfefull experiance. Beaufitull eating experiance. Thank you
South AfricaRyan you are superb
Always fresh always fantastic - Ryan delivers he runs a superb business a rare commodity in todays world - the fish the same try it you will be delighted
South AfricaQuick to buy
As soon as this was availability I snapped up 5 boxes for a friend and I. It’s wonderful and a real treat to get when available.
South AfricaFabulous service
This company is amazing. Orders arrive on the same day as,ordered,if ordered before 11am. The fish we ordered was just as fabulous. Well packed in sealed boxes which contains the freshest fish. Swordfish was delicious. Can’t wait to cook the fresh tuna steaks.
South AfricaI’m a convert!
I don’t recall ever having had swordfish before, and was a little anxious about the experience. Well, was I in for a surprise! Can’t wait for my next visit to Cape Town so that I can order these again.