Mahi Mahi w/ Pineapple Salsa Rice (from Trader Joe's Ingredients) -- DAM That's Good!

pineapple

🥗Healthier: mango

💰Cheaper: canned pineapple

Mango offers a similar sweetness and tropical flavor.

mahi mahi fillets

🥗Healthier: tilapia

💰Cheaper: cod

Tilapia is a leaner fish option, while cod is often less expensive.

Heat a sauce pot over moderately high heat.

Add 2 tablespoons of salted butter to the pot.

Chop the white and light green parts of the green onions and add them to the pot to sauté until softened (do not brown).

Add 2 teaspoons of minced garlic and stir quickly.

Add 1 cup of jasmine rice to the pot and toast it in the butter until the fat is absorbed (do not brown the rice).

Pour in 1 jar of pineapple salsa and 1.5 cups of water into the pot, bringing it to a boil.

Reduce the heat, cover slightly, and simmer for about 15 minutes.

After 12-13 minutes, check the rice. If there's a little liquid left, turn off the heat and let it sit covered for another 5 minutes to absorb moisture.

Zest one lime and add the zest to the rice, then add the juice of the lime and 1/4 cup of chopped cilantro. Stir to combine.

In a non-stick pan, heat neutral oil over moderately high heat.

Season the mahi-mahi fillets with salt and pepper, then add them to the pan.

Cook the fish until the sides turn opaque, flipping once or twice to ensure even cooking and a nice crust.

Finish the rice by adding the remaining chopped green onion tops and adjusting seasoning with salt and pepper to taste.

Plate the dish by placing rice in the center, topping it with a piece of mahi-mahi, and drizzling with Thai sweet chili sauce.

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