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Blackened Mahi Mahi Recipe
Ready in just 15 minutes, this Blackened Mahi Mahi has the perfect combo of a buttery and flaky fish paired with a spicy, crisp crust. Simply sear in a skillet for a delicious Cajun twist on your fish dinner!
Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
15 mins
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 149 kcal
Course:
Main Course , Dinner
Cuisine:
American
Ingredients
- 1 pound mahi mahi
- 1 tablespoon blackened seasoning (see recipe below)
- ¼ - ½ teaspoon salt optional
- 2 tablespoons salted butter or oil
- Lemon wedges optional
- fresh parsley optional
Cajun Blackened Seasoning:
- 1 tablespoon paprika
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
- 1 tablespoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt optional
Instructions
- If making the homemade blackened seasoning: Mix all of the ingredients together in a small bowl or the glass jar you'll be storing it in.
- Cut the mahi mahi into 4 equal-sized filets and pat the fish dry with a paper towel.
- Sprinkle the blackened seasoning and salt, if seasoning does not already include it, over the filets and rub it into the fish.
- Melt butter in a cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat. Wait for at least 1 minute so butter is heated through. Add the mahi mahi to the skillet, skin side-up, and cook for 4-5 minutes. Flip the filets over and continue cooking for 3-4 more minutes or until cooked through.
- Serve blackened mahi mahi with lemon wedges and a sprinkle of fresh parsley, if desired.
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Notes
- Blackened Seasoning: The Evolving Table Cajun Blackened Seasoning spice blend was used when testing this recipe. If you opt for another brand (like Slap Ya' Mama or Tony's) you'll need to adjust the amount of salt and seasoning you add depending on your desired spice level.
- Crispy sear: A cast-iron skillet is essential to get that classic, crusty char on the blackened fish.
Nutrition Information
Calories
149kcal
(7%)
Carbohydrates
1g
(0%)
Protein
21g
(42%)
Fat
7g
(11%)
Saturated Fat
4g
(20%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
1g
Monounsaturated Fat
2g
Trans Fat
1g
Cholesterol
99mg
(33%)
Sodium
1251mg
(52%)
Potassium
474mg
(14%)
Sugar
1g
(2%)
Vitamin A
389IU
(8%)
Calcium
19mg
(2%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 149
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 149kcal | 7% |
| Carbohydrates | 1g | 0% |
| Protein | 21g | 42% |
| Fat | 7g | 11% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 99mg | 33% |
| Sodium | 1251mg | 52% |
| Potassium | 474mg | 10% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 389IU | 8% |
| Calcium | 19mg | 2% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.