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Garlic Butter Mahi Mahi

This Garlic Butter Mahi Mahi is incredibly quick and bursting with flavor! Enjoy a gourmet meal in under 30 minutes!
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Seafood

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 2 small lemons freshly squeezed juice
  • 4 fillets mahi-mahi (4-6 oz each)
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Ground black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley chopped

Equipment

  • Large Skillet
  • Spatula
  • Citrus Juicer
  • Measuring Spoons
  • Cutting Board

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Start by patting the mahi-mahi fillets dry with paper towels. Season both sides of each fillet generously with salt and ground black pepper.
  2. In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium-high heat for about 2 minutes.
  3. Carefully place the mahi-mahi fillets in the skillet. Cook for about 4-5 minutes on one side, until golden brown. Gently flip the fillets and cook for another 3-4 minutes until cooked through and flaky. Remove the fish from the skillet and set aside.
  4. In the same skillet, lower the heat to medium and add 4 tablespoons of unsalted butter. Once melted, add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  5. Squeeze the juice of the two small lemons into the skillet, stirring to combine with the garlic butter. Allow the mixture to bubble for a minute to thicken slightly.
  6. Return the mahi-mahi fillets to the skillet, spooning the garlic butter sauce over the top. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes to heat through. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
  • To reheat, warm gently in a skillet over low heat to avoid drying out the fish.
  • Do not freeze, as the texture of the fish may suffer upon thawing.