Seared Mahi Mahi with Zesty Basil Butter
Elevate your seafood game with this vibrant recipe for Seared Mahi Mahi with Zesty Basil Butter. Perfectly seasoned mahi mahi fillets are pan-seared to golden perfection, boasting a tender, flaky texture. The star of the dish is the luscious basil butter sauce, infused with the zing of fresh lemon zest, the warmth of garlic, and aromatic basil, creating a citrusy-herbaceous finish that complements the fish beautifully. This quick and easy recipe comes together in just 25 minutes, making it an ideal weeknight dinner or an elegant main course for entertaining. Serve with steamed veggies or fluffy rice for a satisfying, restaurant-quality meal at home. Keywords: seared mahi mahi, basil butter sauce, quick seafood recipes, mahi mahi dinner, zesty lemon basil.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces (6 ounces each) Mahi Mahi fillets
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Paprika
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 0.25 cup (finely chopped) Fresh basil leaves
- 2 cloves (minced) Garlic
- 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
Instructions
Pat the mahi mahi fillets dry with paper towels and season both sides evenly with salt, black pepper, and paprika.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat until shimmering but not smoking.
Place the mahi mahi fillets in the skillet and sear for 3-4 minutes on the first side without moving them to ensure a golden crust forms.
Flip the fillets carefully and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes on the second side, or until the fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork. Remove from the skillet and set aside on a plate.
In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium and add the unsalted butter. Allow it to melt completely.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
Add the chopped basil, lemon zest, and lemon juice to the butter, stirring to combine. Cook for an additional 30 seconds to let the flavors meld together.
Drizzle the zesty basil butter generously over the seared mahi mahi fillets.
Garnish with extra fresh basil leaves if desired, and serve immediately with your favorite side dishes such as steamed vegetables or rice.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1260 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 83.1 g | 107% | |
| Saturated Fat | 34.4 g | 172% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 621 mg | 207% | |
| Sodium | 3024 mg | 131% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 4.9 g | 2% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.4 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.6 g | ||
| Protein | 123.8 g | 248% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 104 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 3.7 mg | 21% | |
| Potassium | 3408 mg | 73% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
