Blackened Mahi Recipe
Blackened Mahi Mahi served with grilled fresh veggies
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Ingredients
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For the Blackened Mahi Mahi
For the Grilled Fresh Veggies
Method
For the Blackened Mahi Mahi
- 1
Prepare the seasoning mix
In a small bowl, combine paprika, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, dried thyme, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until all spices are incorporated.
- 2
Season the mahi mahi
Pat the mahi mahi fillets dry with paper towels. Rub both sides of each fillet with the olive oil and then generously coat each side with the seasoning mix.
- 3
Cook the mahi mahi
Preheat a cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, place the seasoned mahi mahi fillets in the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until the fish is cooked through and has a blackened crust.
For the Grilled Fresh Veggies
- 4
Prepare the vegetables
Slice the zucchini into thick rounds and cut the red and yellow bell peppers into strips.
- 5
Season the vegetables
In a large bowl, toss the sliced zucchini and bell peppers with olive oil, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.
- 6
Grill the vegetables
Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium heat. Add the seasoned vegetables and grill for about 5-7 minutes, turning occasionally, until they are tender and have nice grill marks.