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Baked Mahi Mahi With Lemon Butter Garlic Sauce For An Easy Seafood Dinner

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Baked Mahi Mahi

Cultural Context

Baked Mahi Mahi is a popular dish in coastal regions of the United States, particularly in Florida and Hawaii, where fresh fish is abundant. It reflects the local cuisine's emphasis on fresh, simple ingredients and healthy cooking methods. This dish is often enjoyed for its light, flaky texture and bright flavors, making it a favorite for weeknight dinners and special occasions alike. In recent years, it has gained popularity in various global cuisines, with many variations incorporating different spices and marinades.

AmericanUSmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
8 oz mahi mahi (2 4-ounce fillets)
salt & pepper (to taste)
1 large lemon (½ sliced, ½ squeezed for ½ tablespoon lemon juice)
4 Tbsp butter
1 Tbsp fresh parsley (chopped)
1 tsp garlic (minced)

mahi mahi fillets

🥗Healthier: tilapia

💰Cheaper: cod

Tilapia is lower in cost and calories while still providing a mild flavor.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil provides a healthier fat option.

parmesan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: grated mozzarella

Nutritional yeast is a dairy-free alternative with a cheesy flavor.

breadcrumbs

🥗Healthier: ground oats

💰Cheaper: crushed crackers

Ground oats can provide a healthier, whole grain option.

1

Preheat the oven.

2

Season the mahi mahi fillets with salt and pepper.

3

Place the mahi mahi in a baking dish.

4

Squeeze the juice of half a lemon over the fish.

5

In a saucepan, melt the butter and add minced garlic, cooking until fragrant.

6

Stir in chopped parsley and the remaining lemon juice to the butter sauce.

7

Pour the butter sauce over the mahi mahi.

8

Bake in the oven for 15 minutes until tender and flaky.

Cooking Techniques

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Spice Level:

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Allergens

fishmilk

Also Known As

Baked MahiMahi Mahi Bake

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