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Blackened Mahi Mahi
This Blackened Mahi Mahi is an easy and spicy recipe ready in under 15 minutes. An excellent dish for busy weeknights or special occasions!
Course
Dinner Recipe
Cuisine
American
Prep Time
5
minutes
minutes
Cook Time
8
minutes
minutes
Servings
2
Servings
Calories
169
kcal
Author
Sujatha Muralidhar
Ingredients
2
filets
mahi Mahi
2
tablespoon
paprika
1
teaspoon
cayenne pepper
1
teaspoon
garlic powder
1
teaspoon
onion powder
1
teaspoon
dried thyme
1
teaspoon
dried oregano
1
teaspoon
salt
½
teaspoon
black pepper
2
tablespoon
Olive oil
3
Lemon wedges
for serving
1
Fresh parsley
chopped (optional garnish)
Instructions
In a small mixing bowl, combine paprika, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, dried thyme, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper.
Pat dry the mahi mahi fillets with a paper towel and remove the excess moisture.
Rub and coat the blackening spice blend onto both sides of the fish, evenly.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Place the mahi mahi fillets into the skillet.
Cook for about 4-5 minutes each side, or until the fish becomes blackened and easily flakes apart with a fork.
Now transfer the fillets to a serving platter. S
Squeeze lemon juice and sprinkle chopped fresh parsley.
Enjoy with salad or rice.
Notes
To store:
Bring the leftover blackened mahi mahi to room temp.
Store in an airtight container in the fridge for three days or freeze for two months.
o thaw, use fridge overnight or microwave 2-3 mins.
Reheat on the stovetop to 145°F and garnish as desired.
Nutrition
Calories:
169
kcal
|
Carbohydrates:
10
g
|
Protein:
2
g
|
Fat:
15
g
|
Saturated Fat:
2
g
|
Polyunsaturated Fat:
2
g
|
Monounsaturated Fat:
10
g
|
Cholesterol:
1
mg
|
Sodium:
1172
mg
|
Potassium:
275
mg
|
Fiber:
5
g
|
Sugar:
2
g
|
Vitamin A:
3952
IU
|
Vitamin C:
16
mg
|
Calcium:
59
mg
|
Iron:
3
mg