Ingredients

The following ingredients have 4 Servings
  • ½ Tbsp olive oil ((extra virgin))
  • 1 lb mahi mahi fillets ((approx 1 inch thick 4 ounce portions))
  • ¼ tsp each, salt & pepper
  • 2 Tbsp butter
  • 1 Tbsp lime juice
  • 1 Tbsp cilantro ((chopped))

Instruction

  • Heat a large skillet, non-stick frying pan, or cast iron skillet to medium-high to high heat with the olive oil.
  • Start out with patting the mahi mahi fillets completely dry using paper towels before seasoning with salt and pepper.
  • Once the oil is shimmering and just beginning to smoke, touch the corner of a fish fillet in the pan to make sure it is literally 'sizzling' hot. Place the seasoned mahi mahi into your pan or skillet and cook the first side for 3-4 minutes without moving the fish.
  • You're looking for the fish to have that whitish cooked color about ⅓ up the side of your fillets and a nicely golden color before flipping to cook the second side for an additional 3-4 minutes.
  • Reduce heat when the fish is cooked to 135°F. Add the butter and melt until bubbling, then add the garlic and toasting for about 30 seconds. Remove from heat and the lime juice and chopped cilantro. Stir to combine and spoon over the mahi mahi fillets.
  • Serve with more of the pan juices spooned over your fish, along with fresh lime wedges or slices on the side.