BLACKENED MAHI MAHI* recipe served on a plate, by Pekin the Chef
Aug 04 2026
RestaurantsMoxies Fort Lauderdale RestaurantBlackened Mahi Mahi* Recipe

Blackened Mahi Mahi* Recipe

Time1h
Serves4

spiced mahi mahi with chorizo & corn hash, creamy mashed potatoes & salsacado

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Ingredients

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For the Blackened Mahi Mahi

For the Chorizo & Corn Hash

For the Creamy Mashed Potatoes

For the Salsacado

Method

Preparing the Blackened Mahi Mahi

1

Mix the Spices

In a small bowl, combine paprika, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to create a spice blend.

2

Season the Mahi Mahi

Rub the spice blend evenly over both sides of the mahi mahi fillets.

3

Sear the Fish

Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the seasoned mahi mahi fillets and cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side until blackened and cooked through. Remove from heat and set aside.

Preparing the Chorizo & Corn Hash

4

Cook the Chorizo

In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chorizo and cook for about 5-7 minutes until browned and cooked through, breaking it apart with a spatula.

5

Add Vegetables

Add diced red bell pepper and yellow onion to the skillet. Sauté for another 4-5 minutes until the vegetables are softened.

6

Incorporate Corn

Stir in the corn and season with salt and black pepper to taste. Cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until heated through. Remove from heat and keep warm.

Making the Creamy Mashed Potatoes

7

Boil the Potatoes

Peel and chop the potatoes into evenly sized chunks. Place them in a large pot, cover with water, and bring to a boil. Cook for about 15-20 minutes or until fork-tender.

8

Mash the Potatoes

Drain the potatoes and return them to the pot. Add butter and heavy cream, then mash until smooth and creamy. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

Preparing the Salsacado

9

Chop the Ingredients

Dice the avocado, tomato, and red onion. Add them to a bowl.

10

Mix the Salsacado

Add chopped cilantro, lime juice, and salt to the diced ingredients. Gently mix to combine, being careful not to mash the avocado.

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