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Mahi Mahi with Crunchy Coleslaw

Prep: 15 mins
Cook: 10 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Yield: 4 servings
Course: Entree
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 283kcal
Author: Jessica Gavin
Pan seared mahi mahi recipe coated with a blend of savory and sweet spices. Each fillet is served with a crunchy and refreshing honey lime coleslaw.

Ingredients

Mahi Mahi
  • 1 ½ teaspoons smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon dark brown sugar
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • ¾ teaspoon cumin ground
  • ¼ teaspoon chili powder
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon oregano dried
  • 1 pound Mahi Mahi fillets
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
Coleslaw
  • 1 cup green cabbage thinly sliced
  • 1 cup red cabbage thinly sliced
  • 1 cup carrots shredded
  • 1 cup red bell pepper thinly sliced
  • ½ cup green onions sliced
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice plus zest of 1 lime
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • ½ clove garlic minced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • ¼ cup cilantro leaves finely chopped

Special Equipment

Instructions

Mahi Mahi
  • Combine paprika, brown sugar, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, cumin, chili pepper, black pepper, and oregano in a small bowl.
  • Sprinkle seasoning evenly over both sides of the fish fillets.
  • Heat oil in a large cast iron skillet or sauté pan over medium-high heat.
  • Add fish to the pan and cook 2 to 3 minutes on each side or until desired degree of doneness.
  • Transfer cooked fish to a clean plate.
Coleslaw
  • Add cabbage, carrots, bell pepper, and onions in a large bowl.
  • In a separate medium-sized bowl whisk together dressing ingredients; 2 tablespoons lime juice, lime zest, honey, and garlic.
  • Slowly add 2 tablespoons olive oil and whisk until combined.
  • Whisk in cilantro. Season with salt and pepper as needed.
  • Add dressing to vegetables and toss to combine.

Nutrition

Calories: 283kcal | Carbohydrates: 16g | Protein: 36g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 65mg | Sodium: 558mg | Potassium: 247mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 7950IU | Vitamin C: 112.2mg | Calcium: 190mg | Iron: 2.5mg
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