For a richer flavor, use clarified butter. Make sure not to overcook the fish. Garnish with fresh parsley or basil for extra freshness.
Elevate your seafood experience with this exquisite Mahi Mahi recipe. Flaky fillets are pan-fried to perfection and then draped in a bright, tangy sauce of artichoke hearts, sun-dried tomatoes, and lemon-butter. A restaurant-worthy dish you can effortlessly create at home.
Prepare the Sauce: In a large skillet over medium heat, melt 1/4 cup of butter. Add the shallot and garlic and sauté until softened and fragrant, approximately 5 minutes.
Create the Reduction: Pour in the lemon juice and white wine. Season with kosher salt and black pepper. Allow the mixture to simmer, stirring occasionally, until the liquid has reduced and thickened slightly, enough to coat the back of a spoon. This should take about 20-30 minutes.
Incorporate Flavors: Stir in the chopped sun-dried tomatoes and artichoke hearts. Cook until just warmed through, about 2-3 minutes. Remove the skillet from the heat.
Emulsify the Sauce: Add the cold butter pieces to the skillet. Swirl the skillet off the heat until the butter melts and emulsifies into a luscious sauce. Cover to keep warm.
Prepare the Fish: In a wide, shallow bowl, combine the flour and seasoned salt.
Dredge the Fish: Dredge each mahi-mahi fillet in the flour mixture, ensuring it's fully coated.
Pan-Fry the Mahi-Mahi: Heat the olive oil in a separate skillet over medium heat.
Cook the Fish: Fry the mahi-mahi fillets in the hot oil until golden brown and the fish flakes easily with a fork. This usually takes about 3-5 minutes per side.
Serve: Transfer the mahi-mahi to a serving platter and generously top with the prepared artichoke and sun-dried tomato sauce. Serve immediately.
For a richer flavor, use clarified butter. Make sure not to overcook the fish. Garnish with fresh parsley or basil for extra freshness.
Janae Runolfsson
May 26, 2025Consider using chicken broth or extra lemon juice as a substitute for white wine.