Blackened Mahi Mahi Recipe
spiced mahi mahi with chorizo & corn hash, creamy mashed potatoes & salsacado
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Ingredients
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Blackened Mahi Mahi
Chorizo & Corn Hash
Creamy Mashed Potatoes
Salsacado
Method
Blackened Mahi Mahi
- 1
Prepare the Mahi Mahi
In a small bowl, mix paprika, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Rub this spice mixture generously over both sides of the mahi mahi fillets.
- 2
Cook the Mahi Mahi
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the mahi mahi fillets and cook for about 4-5 minutes per side, or until the fish is cooked through and has a charred, blackened appearance. Remove from skillet and set aside.
Chorizo & Corn Hash
- 3
Cook the Chorizo
In the same skillet used for the mahi mahi, add 1 tablespoon of olive oil and heat over medium heat. Add the diced chorizo and cook until browned and crispy, about 5-7 minutes.
- 4
Add the Vegetables
Add the red onion and red bell pepper to the skillet with the chorizo. Cook for about 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the onions are translucent.
- 5
Creamy Mashed Potatoes
- 6
- 7
Mash the Potatoes
Drain the potatoes and return them to the pot. Add butter, heavy cream, salt, and black pepper. Mash until smooth and creamy.
Salsacado
- 8
Prepare the Salsacado
In a medium bowl, combine diced avocado, diced tomato, lime juice, chopped cilantro, and salt to taste. Gently mix to combine without mashing the avocado.
