Blackened Mahi Mahi
Cook mahi mahi fillets in a simple blackening seasoning to make a delicious and tender fish
Servings 3 servings
Calories 309kcal
Ingredients
- 3 fillets of mahi mahi about 6oz each
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp dried basil
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
Instructions
- Mix seasonings in a small mixing bowl. Pour onto a shallow dish.
- Pat the fish fillets dry with a paper towel. Brush fish fillets with the olive oil and press the fish into the seasoning mixture on the dish - try to get the filets as evenly coated as possible.
- Heat a frying pan or cast iron skillet over medium heat and melt the butter in the pan.
- Place the seasoned filets in the pan and cook for 4-5 minutes flip and cook for an additional 4-5 minutes. Check for the interior temperature of the fish to reach 145F and remove from the pan.
- Allow the fish to cool slightly and enjoy!
Notes
- to make this recipe dairy free you can use oil in place of the butter or use a dairy free butter substitute
- add extra spice to the seasoning mixture by adding a shake of cayenne pepper
- you can substitute other fish, such as tilapia, cod, salmon or snapper in place of the mahi mahi
- make sure to turn your vent on high while cooking the fish
Nutrition
Serving: 1g | Calories: 309kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 32g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 9g | Trans Fat: 0.3g | Cholesterol: 144mg | Sodium: 929mg | Potassium: 800mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 0.3g | Vitamin A: 1542IU | Vitamin C: 0.2mg | Calcium: 57mg | Iron: 3mg
