SWORDFISH SCHNITZEL WITH RADICCHIO SALAD

Swordfish Schnitzel with Radicchio Salad image

In this recipe, the swordfish steaks are split in half and pounded thin like a traditional schnitzel. It is then dredged in a breadcrumb crust and pan fried, resulting in a crispy and tender fish that is served with a bitter and bright side salad for a satisfying weeknight meal.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
2 8-ounce swordfish steaks (1 to 1 1/2 inches thick)
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
3/4 cup breadcrumbs
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
4 slices thick-cut bacon
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus more as needed
1 head radicchio, torn into large pieces
1 small head butter lettuce, torn
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon spicy brown or Dijon mustard

Steps:

Put the red onion in a small bowl and cover with ice water; set aside. Using a sharp knife, slice each swordfish steak in half horizontally to make a total of 4 thin swordfish steaks. Place the fish between 2 sheets of plastic wrap and gently pound to 1/4 to 1/2 inch thick with a meat mallet or heavy skillet.
Divide the flour, eggs and breadcrumbs among 3 shallow bowls. Season the breadcrumbs with 1 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper. Dredge the fish in the flour, shaking off any excess. Dip in the eggs, then coat in the breadcrumbs. Transfer to a plate.
Cook the bacon in a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat, flipping, until crisp, 6 to 8 minutes. Remove to a paper towel-lined plate. Spoon 2 tablespoons of the bacon fat into a small bowl.
Add the olive oil to the skillet and return to medium heat. Add 2 swordfish steaks and cook until crisp, 2 to 3 minutes per side. Remove to a rack set on a baking sheet. Add more olive oil to the skillet if needed and repeat with the remaining 2 swordfish steaks.
Combine the radicchio and butter lettuce in a large bowl. Crumble the bacon into the salad. Drain the red onion, pat dry and add to the salad. Whisk the vinegar and mustard with the reserved bacon fat; toss with the salad. Divide the swordfish and salad among plates.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 480, Fat 26 grams, SaturatedFat 6 grams, Cholesterol 180 milligrams, Sodium 1122 milligrams, Carbohydrate 24 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 34 grams, Sugar 2 grams