mahi mahi: Recipe delicious
mahi mahi: Recipe
Mahi mahi is a firm, lean white fish that thrives in warm waters near places like Hawaii and the Gulf of Mexico. It's an excellent, more affordable alternative to halibut and can be grilled, broiled, or fried. However, one of the best methods is pan-searing, which enhances its natural flavors and flaky texture. Searing it in a pan also creates the perfect opportunity to make a buttery, lemon-infused sauce to pour over the fish.
To round out this simple fish dish, serve it with a green salad or vegetables, and perhaps some bread or rice to soak up that delicious sauce. Here's the easiest way to cook mahi mahi.
- 2 tsp olive oil
- 1 minced garlic clove
- 4 tsp old unsalted butter, divided into 4 pieces
- 1 tsp coarsely chopped fresh parsley
- 1 medium lemon
- 4 (4 to 6 ounces each) mahi mahi fillets
- 1 1/4 tsp kosher salt, plus extra if needed
- Freshly ground black pepper to taste
Thinly slice half of the lemon, and juice the other half—you should have about 1 1/2 tablespoons of juice. Set both aside.
Pat the fillets dry with paper towels, then season with 1 teaspoon of salt and freshly ground pepper
Heat the olive oil in a large cast iron or nonstick pan over medium-high heat until it just begins to smoke, about 3 to 5 minutes. Place the mahi mahi in the pan and cook without moving until the bottom is deeply browned and the sides are cooked slightly past halfway, about 4 minutes. Flip the fillets and cook for another 2 to 4 minutes until the fish is cooked through and flakes easily. Transfer the fillets to a serving dish
Lower the heat to medium-low and add the lemon juice, garlic, and remaining 1/4 teaspoon of salt. With a wooden spoon, scrape away any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
Add the lemon slices, then stir in the butter, one piece at a time, letting each melt almost fully before adding the next.
Take the pan off the heat, mix in the parsley, and taste the sauce. Add more salt and pepper if necessary to adjust the seasoning. Pour the sauce over the mahi mahi and serve immediately.enjoy it
