1 ½tablespoonsfresh basil leaves (about 12 leaves)stemmed and chopped + whole leaves for garnish
FOR THE MAHI
2tablespoonsolive oil
1.5poundswild-caught Mahi fillets, skinless and boneless
2lemons, sliced into wedges for serving
Sea salt
Freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
FOR THE BASIL BUTTER
Combine sauce ingredients in a small saucepan over low heat, stirring until the butter melts. Cover the pot and keep it on LOW heat while you cook the fish.
FOR THE FISH
Cut away the bloodline if you have fresh fish. The skin should be removed if present.
Cut into four equal-sized pieces, 4 to 6 ounces each. Rinse the fish and pat dry with paper towels.
Season fish on both sides with salt and pepper.
Heat oil in a 12" cast-iron or heavy-bottomed skillet over medium-high heat until you can see ripples in the oil; add fish with the smooth side down.
Cook for 3-4 minutes on the first side. Depending on the thickness of the filets, cook another 2-3 minutes on the other side or until the fish reaches 140 degrees Fahrenheit on an instant-read thermometer.
Move the fish to individual plates.
Spoon the warm basil butter over each serving.
Garnish with whole basil leaves and lemon wedges.
Notes
Double the SauceIf you love buttery sauces, double the butter sauce recipe.Helpful Tips for Cooking Fish
Defrost the fish before cooking. The easiest way to defrost is to leave the fish on a plate in the refrigerator overnight. The skin should be removed if present.
Wash and pat dry the fish with a paper towel before cooking to get a good sear.
Serve 6 ounces per person.
The internal temperature with an instant-read thermometer should read 145 degrees F when cooked through.
To Store LeftoversTo store leftovers, place the fish in an airtight container for up to two days. You can reheat it in a small hot skillet with a little unsalted butter or the sauce for 2 minutes.Serving SuggestionsThis is a great dish with Lemon Asparagus Rice. You can also try Roasted Asparagus or Crispy Roasted Broccoli and Garlic. You can also make mashed potatoes or steamed red potatoes with butter.
Nutrition Facts
Seared Mahimahi with Basil Butter
Amount per Serving
Calories
308.7
% Daily Value*
Total Fat
19.6
g
30
%
Saturated Fat
8.5
g
53
%
Trans Fat
0.5
g
Cholesterol
154.3
mg
51
%
Sodium
296.9
mg
13
%
Potassium
718.9
mg
21
%
Carbohydrates
0.4
g
0
%
Fiber
0.04
g
0
%
Sugar
0.1
g
0
%
Protein
31.7
g
63
%
Net Carbohydrates
0.4
g
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
Calories
308.7
Net Carbohydrates
0.4
g
The provided nutritional information is an estimate per serving. Accuracy is not guaranteed.
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