Lemon-Garlic Butter Mahi-Mahi
Golden, pan-seared mahi-mahi finished with buttery garlic, fresh lemon and parsley.
Serves: 4 | Time: 25 minutes
Ingredients
- 4 mahi-mahi fillets, about 6 oz each
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- Lemon wedges, for serving
Instructions
- Pat the fillets dry. Season both sides with salt, pepper and paprika.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add fish and sear for 3–4 minutes per side, depending on thickness, until golden and cooked through. The center should reach 145°F. Transfer to a plate.
- Reduce heat to medium-low. Add butter and garlic; cook for 30–60 seconds, until fragrant.
- Stir in lemon juice, zest and parsley. Return fish to the skillet and spoon the sauce over it.
- Serve with rice, roasted asparagus and lemon wedges.