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Mahi Mahi Fish in Lemon Garlic Cream Sauce

Mahi Mahi Fish in Lemon Garlic Cream Sauce Made Easy

Delight in Mahi Mahi Fish in Lemon Garlic Cream Sauce, a quick and elegant seafood dish perfect for any weeknight dinner.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 fillets
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Seafood
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Fish
  • 4-5 fillets Mahi Mahi 4-6 oz. each, 1-inch thick
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil for searing
  • 1 tablespoon Butter for flavor and crust
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice fresh
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream or evaporated milk
  • 3 tablespoons Shallots chopped
  • 3-4 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 cup Low Sodium Chicken Broth
  • 1 tablespoon Cornstarch to thicken sauce
For the Seasoning
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper freshly cracked
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Thyme
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley chopped, for garnish

Equipment

  • Skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Remove the Mahi Mahi fillets from the refrigerator 15-20 minutes before cooking. Pat dry and season both sides with salt, pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder.
  2. Heat 1 tablespoon of butter and 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the seasoned Mahi Mahi fillets for about 4 minutes without moving, then flip and cook for another 2-4 minutes until they reach 137°F.
  3. Transfer the cooked Mahi Mahi to a plate and cover. In the same skillet, sauté 3 tablespoons of chopped shallots and 3-4 minced garlic cloves until fragrant and translucent for about 2 minutes.
  4. Pour in 1 cup of chicken broth, add 2 tablespoons of lemon juice, 1 teaspoon of dried thyme, and fresh parsley. Bring to a gentle simmer. Mix together ½ cup of heavy cream with 1 tablespoon of cornstarch; stir into the mixture and cook until thickened, about 3-4 minutes.
  5. Return the Mahi Mahi fillets to the pan, nestle them in the sauce, and allow to heat through for another 2 minutes.
  6. Plate the Mahi Mahi fillets, drenching with sauce. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately with sides like rice or a salad.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 30gFat: 23gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 95mgSodium: 450mgPotassium: 800mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Ensure Mahi Mahi is patted dry for a good sear. Avoid high heat when making the sauce to prevent curdling. Adjust lemon juice and spices as desired.

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