Ingredients
– For the Blackened Mahi-Mahi:
– 4 Mahi-Mahi fillets
– 2 tablespoons olive oil
– 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
– 1 teaspoon garlic powder
– 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
– Salt and pepper, to taste
– For the Pineapple Mango Salsa:
– 1 cup fresh pineapple, diced
– 1 ripe mango, diced
– 1/2 red onion, finely chopped
– 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
– 1 lime, juiced
– Salt, to taste
– For the Cilantro Lime Rice:
– 2 cups cooked white rice
– 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
– 1 lime, juiced
– Salt, to taste
These ingredients come together beautifully to produce a dish that is both refreshing and full of flavor.
Instructions
Creating Blackened Mahi-Mahi with Pineapple Mango Salsa & Cilantro Lime Rice can be enjoyable if you follow these easy steps:
1. Prepare the Ingredients: Gather all the ingredients and chop the pineapple, mango, red onion, and cilantro.
2. Make the Salsa: In a bowl, combine the pineapple, mango, red onion, and cilantro. Squeeze the lime juice over the mixture, adding salt to taste. Stir well and set aside to allow the flavors to meld.
3. Season the Fish: Pat the Mahi-Mahi fillets dry. In a shallow dish, mix Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Coat both sides of each fillet with the spice blend.
4. Cook the Rice: In a saucepan, heat the cooked white rice. Stir in fresh cilantro, lime juice, and salt, ensuring even distribution. Remove from heat and keep warm.
5. Heat the Skillet: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. When the oil is hot, carefully place the seasoned Mahi-Mahi fillets in the skillet.
6. Cook the Fish: Sear the fillets for approximately 4-6 minutes on each side, or until they are cooked through and blackened to your liking.
7. Plate the Dish: On each plate, serve a generous scoop of cilantro lime rice, top with a Mahi-Mahi fillet, and spoon the pineapple mango salsa generously over the fish.
8. Garnish: If desired, add additional cilantro or lime wedges for garnish.
With these steps, you’ll have a scrumptious Blackened Mahi-Mahi dish that is sure to win hearts!
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 servings
- Calories: 490 kcal
- Fat: 18g
- Protein: 30g