2 swordfish steaks 3/4 thick (8-10 oz. each)
1/2 cup olive oil, divided
Dash salt, pepper, and thyme
1 cup fennel bulb, chopped
1 medium onion, sliced, 2 pieces
1 garlic clove, peeled and smashed
1 can (14.5 oz.) chopped tomatoes, juices drained
1 can (6 oz.) black pitted olives, drained, halved
1 tbs. capers, drained (optional)
Dash tarragon, coriander, & oregano
2 tbs. fresh basil leaves, cut or snipped into thin threads