Description
Succulent Mahi Mahi meets zesty lemon garlic cream sauce in this Mediterranean-inspired seafood masterpiece. Delicate fish fillets swim in rich, tangy flavors that transport palates to coastal culinary bliss, inviting home chefs to savor each luxurious bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Fish:
- 4 mahi mahi fillets (4–6 ounces / 113–170 grams each, 1-inch thick)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
Spice Rub:
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
Sauce and Seasonings:
- 3 tablespoons minced shallots
- 3–4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 ¼ cups low sodium chicken broth
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- ½ teaspoon dried parsley
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Garnish:
- Freshly chopped chives
Instructions
- Create a robust spice rub by thoroughly combining all designated spice blend ingredients in a medium mixing bowl.
- Meticulously pat the mahi mahi fillets completely dry using paper towels, then massage the prepared spice mixture uniformly across each fillet’s surface.
- Heat a large heavy-bottomed skillet over medium-high temperature, melting butter and olive oil together until the mixture becomes shimmering and fragrant.
- Carefully place seasoned fillets into the hot skillet, immediately reducing heat to medium, and cook for approximately 4 minutes until a golden-brown crust develops.
- Gently flip the fillets and continue cooking for an additional 2-4 minutes, ensuring the fish reaches desired internal temperature and flakes easily with a fork.
- Transfer cooked fish to a serving plate and loosely cover with aluminum foil to maintain warmth.
- Discard excess cooking oil, reserving approximately in the skillet.
- Sauté finely chopped shallots, diligently scraping any caramelized bits from the pan’s bottom, cooking for roughly 2 minutes until they become translucent.
- Add minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds, releasing its aromatic essence.
- Whisk chicken broth and cornstarch together in a separate small bowl until completely smooth.
- Pour the cornstarch mixture into the skillet, followed by heavy cream, fresh lemon juice, thyme, and parsley.
- Simmer the sauce, stirring occasionally, until it reduces by half and thickens to a velvety consistency, approximately 4-5 minutes.
- Season the sauce with salt and freshly ground black pepper, adjusting lemon juice to taste for balanced acidity.
- Gently return mahi mahi fillets to the skillet, delicately spooning the luxurious sauce over each piece.
- Optional: Garnish with finely chopped chives for an elegant finishing touch.
- Serve immediately alongside complementary sides such as steamed rice, creamy mashed potatoes, or al dente pasta.
Notes
- Quick-searing the Mahi Mahi ensures a golden-brown crust while keeping the inside tender and flaky.
- Dry-rubbing the fish with spices creates a flavorful exterior that enhances the overall taste profile.
- Creating the lemon garlic cream sauce in the same skillet captures all the delicious browned bits for maximum flavor depth.
- Allowing the sauce to simmer and reduce concentrates the rich, tangy flavors and creates a luxurious texture.
- Resting the fish briefly after cooking helps retain moisture and ensures each bite remains succulent.
- Serving immediately preserves the sauce’s creamy consistency and the fish’s optimal temperature and texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 380 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 620 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 120 mg