Get the Recipe: Blackened Mahi Mahi
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5.0
66 reviews
Excellent
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Total Time
20 mins
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Servings
2 servings
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Calories
288 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
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This Blackened Mahi Mahi is incredibly flavorful! A homemade Cajun seasoning elevates this fish. It is pan seared for the perfect texture. This fish is quick, easy, healthy and delicious!
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Ingredients
Cajun Seasoning
- 1 tbsp paprika
- 1 tsp oregano
- 2 tsp ground cayenne pepper use less for less heat
- ½ tsp sea salt
- 1 tsp ground pepper
- ¾ tsp ground thyme
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
Mahi Mahi
- 2 fillets mahi mahi fresh or thawed
- 2 tbsp olive oil or butter
- squeeze lemon juice
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Instructions
- First, combine all Cajun seasonings in small bowl. Stir to combine.
- Remove skins of mahi mahi fillets. Pat fillets dry with paper towels. Use hands to coat both sides of fish with Cajun seasoning.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Once oil is hot, add mahi mahi to skillet.
- Cook for 5 minutes. Then, carefully flip and cook another 4 to 5 minutes or until fish is flaky and has reached an internal temperature of 137 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Finally, remove from pan. Squeeze lemon juice on fish if desired.
Notes
- This Cajun seasoning has a kick to it. Feel free to adjust to your taste.
- Thoroughly coat both sides of fish with seasoning.
- If using frozen mahi mahi, allow it to thaw before use.
- Remove skins from fish.
- Fish is done when it has reached an internal temperature of 137 degrees Fahrenheit and easily flakes.
- Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
288kcal
(14%)
Carbohydrates
4g
(1%)
Protein
32g
(64%)
Fat
16g
(25%)
Saturated Fat
2g
(10%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
2g
Monounsaturated Fat
10g
Cholesterol
124mg
(41%)
Sodium
734mg
(31%)
Potassium
805mg
(23%)
Fiber
2g
(8%)
Sugar
1g
(2%)
Vitamin A
1321IU
(26%)
Vitamin C
8mg
(9%)
Calcium
61mg
(6%)
Iron
3mg
(17%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 2servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 288 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 288kcal | 14% |
| Carbohydrates | 4g | 1% |
| Protein | 32g | 64% |
| Fat | 16g | 25% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 10g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 124mg | 41% |
| Sodium | 734mg | 31% |
| Potassium | 805mg | 17% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 1321IU | 26% |
| Vitamin C | 8mg | 9% |
| Calcium | 61mg | 6% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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66 reviews
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