Description
This Blackened Mahi Mahi features vibrant flavors and a quick cooking method, making it a perfect choice for a healthy meal or a weeknight dinner. The blend of spices creates an irresistible crust, ensuring every bite is packed with flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme leaves
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper, more or less to taste
- 4 (6-ounce) mahi mahi fillets, ½-inch thick
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 large lemon or lime, cut into wedges
Instructions
- In a small bowl, combine kosher salt, smoked paprika, garlic powder, dried thyme, onion powder, and cayenne pepper.
- Dry the mahi mahi fillets with paper towels. Evenly distribute the spice mix over both sides, rubbing it into the fish.
- Heat a large sauté pan over medium-high heat. Add unsalted butter and olive oil. Once melted and hot, add seasoned fillets; cook in batches if necessary.
- Cook the fish for about 3 minutes without moving them, until golden brown. Gently flip and cook for another 2-4 minutes until the other side is browned and the fish is opaque.
- Remove from heat, squeeze fresh lemon or lime over each fillet, and serve immediately.
Notes
For extra heat, adjust the cayenne pepper to your taste.
Pair this dish with a fresh salad or steamed vegetables for a complete meal.
Ensure the oil is hot enough before adding the fish to achieve the perfect sear.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet
- Calories: 345
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 582mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 91mg