Hasegawa Akari's Summer Donabe Recipe: Swordfish Stew with Tomato and Bell Peppers
Written by Team MUSUBI
Japanese culinary expert Akari Hasegawa returns with another delightful summer donabe recipe, created exclusively for Musubi Kiln. In this second installment, we’ll dive into a vibrant and flavorful Swordfish Stew with Tomato and Bell Peppers—perfect for savoring the taste of late summer.
“It’s visually colorful and perfect for this time of year when summer fatigue can affect your appetite. The vibrant appearance also makes it great for parties. It pairs beautifully with pasta or steamed potatoes,” says Hasegawa.
This hearty fish dish, enhanced by the aromatic touch of cumin, is sure to whet your appetite. Consider placing the donabe at the center of your table and serving it when hosting guests.
“It’s visually colorful and perfect for this time of year when summer fatigue can affect your appetite. The vibrant appearance also makes it great for parties. It pairs beautifully with pasta or steamed potatoes,” says Hasegawa.
This hearty fish dish, enhanced by the aromatic touch of cumin, is sure to whet your appetite. Consider placing the donabe at the center of your table and serving it when hosting guests.
Ingredients
(For 2-3 servings)
- Swordfish: 200g (7 oz)
- Red bell pepper: 1
- Large tomatoes: 2
- Cumin seeds: 2 teaspoons
Thickening Mixture:
- Flour: 2 teaspoons
- Toasted sesame seeds: 2 teaspoons
- Olive oil: 2 teaspoons
- Water, salt, and flour, as needed
Step 1
Sprinkle a pinch of salt evenly over the swordfish and let it sit for 10 minutes. Pat dry with a paper towel and cut into bite-sized pieces. Cut the bell pepper in half lengthwise, remove the seeds and stem, then slice thinly from the edges. Roughly chop the tomatoes.
Sprinkle a pinch of salt evenly over the swordfish and let it sit for 10 minutes. Pat dry with a paper towel and cut into bite-sized pieces. Cut the bell pepper in half lengthwise, remove the seeds and stem, then slice thinly from the edges. Roughly chop the tomatoes.
Step 2
Add 2 teaspoons of olive oil and cumin seeds to a donabe and heat over low heat. Once fragrant, add the bell pepper and a pinch of salt, and saute until the pepper releases moisture. Add 50 ml (1.7 fl oz) of water, bring to a boil, then cover and simmer over low heat for 10 minutes.
Add 2 teaspoons of olive oil and cumin seeds to a donabe and heat over low heat. Once fragrant, add the bell pepper and a pinch of salt, and saute until the pepper releases moisture. Add 50 ml (1.7 fl oz) of water, bring to a boil, then cover and simmer over low heat for 10 minutes.
Step 3
Add the tomatoes, swordfish, 1/3 teaspoon of salt, and another 50 ml (1.7 fl oz) of water, then bring to a boil. Cover and simmer over low heat for another 10 minutes.
Add the tomatoes, swordfish, 1/3 teaspoon of salt, and another 50 ml (1.7 fl oz) of water, then bring to a boil. Cover and simmer over low heat for another 10 minutes.
Step 4
Turn off the heat and pour in the prepared thickening mixture, stirring to combine. Return to medium heat and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring continuously. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt if needed, then serve.
Turn off the heat and pour in the prepared thickening mixture, stirring to combine. Return to medium heat and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring continuously. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt if needed, then serve.
Hasegawa Akari
Akari Hasegawa, a chef and dietitian, transitioned from being a child actor to studying nutrition in college. She gained fame in 2022 with her recipes on social media and has since become a popular influencer, contributing to magazines, websites, and cooking events.
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