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Pan-Seared Mahi-Mahi with Mango Salsa is a quick, healthy, and flavorful dinner that’s ready in under 20 minutes. The fish develops a golden, crispy crust while staying flaky and tender inside, and the vibrant mango salsa adds a burst of sweetness and acidity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Ingredients<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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For the Mahi-Mahi:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
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4 mahi-mahi fillets (6 oz each, about 1-inch thick)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
1 teaspoon salt<\/li>\n\n\n\n
\u00bd teaspoon black pepper<\/li>\n\n\n\n
\u00bd teaspoon paprika (optional)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
1 tablespoon olive oil or avocado oil<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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For the Mango Salsa:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
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2 ripe mangoes, diced<\/li>\n\n\n\n
\u00bd red bell pepper, finely diced<\/li>\n\n\n\n
\u00bc red onion, finely diced<\/li>\n\n\n\n
1 jalape\u00f1o, seeded and minced (optional)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
\u00bc cup fresh cilantro, chopped<\/li>\n\n\n\n
2 tablespoons lime juice<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Salt, to taste<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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For Serving:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Lime wedges<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Fresh cilantro<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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Instructions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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1. Make the Mango Salsa:<\/strong> In a bowl, combine mango, bell pepper, red onion, jalape\u00f1o (if using), cilantro, lime juice, and salt. Stir to combine. Set aside.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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2. Season the Mahi-Mahi:<\/strong> Pat mahi-mahi fillets completely dry with paper towels. Season both sides with salt, pepper, and paprika.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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3. Sear the Fish:<\/strong> Heat olive oil in a large nonstick or cast iron skillet over medium-high heat. Place the fillets in the skillet (presentation side down). Cook undisturbed for 3 to 4 minutes until golden brown and crispy. Flip and cook for another 2 to 3 minutes until the fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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4. Serve:<\/strong> Transfer mahi-mahi to plates. Top generously with mango salsa. Garnish with lime wedges and fresh cilantro. Serve immediately.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Pro-Tips for Picture-Perfect Pan-Seared Mahi-Mahi<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Pat Fish Completely Dry:<\/strong> Essential for a crispy crust. <\/li>\n\n\n\n
Use Ripe but Firm Mangoes:<\/strong> They hold their shape in the salsa. <\/li>\n\n\n\n
Don’t Overcook:<\/strong> Mahi-mahi cooks quickly\u2014remove from heat when it flakes easily. <\/li>\n\n\n\n
Serve Immediately:<\/strong> The crust is crispiest fresh from the pan. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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This Pan-Seared Mahi-Mahi with Mango Salsa is bright, fresh, and incredibly flavorful\u2014a perfect healthy dinner.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<\/figure>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
Flaky, tender mahi-mahi with a golden, crispy crust, topped with a vibrant mango salsa\u2014this Pan-Seared Mahi-Mahi is a quick, healthy, and flavorful dinner.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":2995,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[7],"tags":[1983,1984,1981,1980,1979,1982],"class_list":["post-2748","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-quick_meals","tag-fish-dinner","tag-healthy-seafood-recipe","tag-mahi-mahi-recipe","tag-mango-salsa-fish","tag-pan-seared-mahi-mahi","tag-seared-mahi-mahi"],"yoast_head":"\n
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