Istanbul Swordfish on Spits

(Kilich Shish)


2 lbs. swordfish
1 Tbsp. paprika
1 Tbsp. lemon juice
1 Tbsp. olive oil
1 Tbsp. onion juice
salt to taste
10 bay leaves

SAUCE :
2 tsp. olive oil
juice of 1 lemon
1 tsp. chopped parsley
salt to taste

Skin fish and cut into cubes. Mix fish, paprika, lemon juice, 1 Tbsp. olive oil, onion juice, salt and half the bay leaves. Place in refridgerator for 3 hours.

Place fish on spit with occasional bay leaf between pieces. Broil on both sides over flameless charcoal or gas flame at distance of 3" - about 12 minutes.

SAUCE :  Mix all ingredients. Beat well and serve separately.

Submitted by:  Joyce Christian of California
Recipe from:  Turkey Ministry of Tourism booklet


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