This marks a first, folks: the first time I was making a grocery list, thinking, “Hmm, what shall I have for dinner?” and then I had an epiphany — “I’ll look for recipes on our food blog!” The first thing I found that appealed (and looked easy enough) was Gloria’s Super Easy Weekday Night Fish recipe, so I added frozen fish and a couple other things to the list.
I had never heard of swai before, but sure enough, it was stocked right next to the tilapia and was cheaper, so I gave it a try. Apparently the proper name for it is “iridescent shark” (even though it’s a catfish, not technically a shark), which makes it even better. I don’t think I like it better than tilapia, as Gloria, did, but I certainly liked it an equal amount.
I don’t like onions, so I threw some fresh chopped garlic and dried basil (my fresh basil had gone off) and a couple tablespoons of olive oil into the pan. I added a splash of apple cider vinegar to the mix, which added a nice tang to the smell, though it didn’t taste especially strong on the fish. Then I rubbed salt and white pepper on the fish, and cooked it for about three minutes per side, following Gloria’s directions.
I sprinkled some rosemary and tarragon on the fish, and then thought, “What the heck?” and added a dash of ground cloves. Then a generous amount of white wine, since that was what I had handy.
Meanwhile, I was cooking some white rice on the back burner, and steaming some mushrooms and broccoli over the rice. When the fish was done, and the mushrooms and broccoli were starting to get there, I flipped the fish onto a plate and added the veggies to the pan I’d cooked the fish in, adding some more olive oil, wine, and spices.
Next time I think I might plan ahead a bit more about the sauce for the veggies — compared to the fish, they and the rice were a bit bland. The fish, though, turned out perfectly.
Hoooray! I’m glad you enjoyed the swai
Also, your pictures turned out mouthwateringly delicious looking.
Thank you! I don’t think any post here is truly complete without pictures.
I used to broil fish a lot, but I like the way it turns out pan-seared much better. Also, it’s quicker!
I too have found Swai to be an enjoyable delicious choice for a quick meal. It is yummy when baked too. I use the cajun breading in box after dipping in egg I roll in cajun crumbs squeeze a touch of lemon on each fillet and bake 375 for 18 imn.
we have also made this dish, twice! in fact i wanted to make it again but michael complains if we have the same dish three times in two weeks. the swai is very affordable and tasty. we don’t have a cast iron skillet so i have trouble searing it properly i think, but it still comes out tasty!
Just found this blog and tried this recipe… it was fantastic! Love the swai and will be making this again
I just purchased Swai from Super Target. $5 a bag of 5 individually wrapped.
I just fried up a piece in Olive Oil and put some seasoning salt on.
IT WAS EXCELLENT. Will continue to buy.
LOVED IT.
I was introduced to swai a couple of years ago from a butcher in a grocery store, tried it and loved it.I brush it with olive oil and season it with blacking seasoning, garlic salt and dried dill. I cook it on a George Forman grill for 3 to 4 minutes, it is very good..
Great recipe! This was my first time trying Swai and it was easy and delicious.
Tonight was my first time ever trying swai and it was delicious. I will be trying this recipe next it look tasty.
I cooked mine in olive oil. Sprinkled in some chili powder, marjoram, thyme and cummin. The kids actually loved it! I’ll definitely be making again.
Making my own version of this tonight. Didn’t really know how to cook
Swai fish either and never had it..
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I made this tonight for the first time, following all of your suggestions. My husband loved it so much he insisted that I leave a reply thanking you and Gloria for the recipe! He was so upset I only made four pieces of fish and he couldn’t have more of it. So… thank you for a wonderful recipe! I’ve added it to my little book of favorites, and I’m sure I’ll be making it again soon.
I delight in, cause I discovered exactly what I was having a look for. You have ended my 4 day long hunt! God Bless you man. Have a great day. Bye