Blackened Mahi Mahi

Name: Blackened Mahi Mahi
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 11 min
Yield: Serves 4
Ingredients: 4 ButcherBox.ca Mahi Mahi; 2 tablespoons Rolling Meadows unsalted butter; 1 teaspoon kosher salt; 2 teaspoons smoked paprika; 2 teaspoons garlic powder; 1 teaspoon dried thyme leaves; ½ teaspoon onion powder; ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper, more or less to taste; 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil; 1 large lemon or lime, cut into wedges

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This healthy blackened mahi mahi recipe is a quick, low-carb seafood option bursting with Cajun flavour—perfect for a nutritious and satisfying dinner.

Ingredients and Method

Ingredients

4 ButcherBox.ca Mahi Mahi
2 tablespoons Rolling Meadows unsalted butter
1 teaspoon kosher salt
2 teaspoons smoked paprika
2 teaspoons garlic powder
1 teaspoon dried thyme leaves
½ teaspoon onion powder
½ teaspoon cayenne pepper, more or less to taste
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
1 large lemon or lime, cut into wedges

Method

In a small bowl, combine kosher salt, smoked paprika, garlic powder, dried thyme, onion powder, and cayenne pepper.
Dry the mahi mahi fillets with paper towels. Evenly distribute the spice mix over both sides, rubbing it into the fish.
Heat a large sauté pan over medium-high heat. Add unsalted butter and olive oil. Once melted and hot, add seasoned fillets; cook in batches if necessary.
Cook the fish for about 3 minutes without moving them, until golden brown. Gently flip and cook for another 2-4 minutes until the other side is browned and the fish is opaque.
Remove from heat, squeeze fresh lemon or lime over each fillet, and serve immediately.
Notes
For extra heat, adjust the cayenne pepper to your taste.
Pair this dish with a fresh salad or steamed vegetables for a complete meal.
Ensure the oil is hot enough before adding the fish to achieve the perfect sear.