Macadamia Mahi Mahi

Elevate your seafood game with this indulgent Macadamia Mahi Mahi recipe, featuring flaky fish fillets enrobed in a crunchy, golden macadamia nut and panko crust. This dish combines tropical flair with gourmet appeal, offering an irresistible balance of textures and flavors. The mahi-mahi is lightly pan-seared for a crisp crust and then baked to perfection, ensuring a moist and tender interior. Drizzled with a luscious citrus butter sauce infused with fresh lemon, honey, and Dijon mustard, each bite bursts with zesty sweetness. Ready in just 35 minutes, this elegant yet easy recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Serve it alongside steamed vegetables or fluffy rice for a showstopping meal that’s as nutritious as it is delicious.

Nutriscore Rating: 57/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces (6 oz each) mahi-mahi fillets
• 1 cup (finely chopped) macadamia nuts
• 0.5 cup panko breadcrumbs
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 0.5 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 large eggs
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 2 tablespoons chopped parsley (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Pat the mahi-mahi fillets dry with paper towels and season both sides with salt and black pepper.

Step 3

Set up a breading station by placing the flour in the first shallow dish, whisking the eggs in the second dish, and mixing the chopped macadamia nuts with the panko breadcrumbs in the third dish.

Step 4

Dredge each mahi-mahi fillet in the flour, shaking off any excess, then dip it into the beaten eggs, and finally press it into the macadamia-panko mixture, ensuring an even coating.

Step 5

In a large oven-safe skillet, heat the vegetable oil and 1 tablespoon of butter over medium heat.

Step 6

Once the butter has melted and starts to bubble, add the crusted mahi-mahi fillets to the skillet. Sear for 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown.

Step 7

Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake the mahi-mahi for 8-10 minutes, or until it flakes easily with a fork.

Step 8

While the fish is baking, make the citrus butter sauce. In a small saucepan, melt the remaining 1 tablespoon of butter over low heat.

Step 9

Stir in the lemon juice, honey, and Dijon mustard. Cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly, until the sauce is smooth and slightly thickened. Remove from heat.

Step 10

Remove the mahi-mahi from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes. Drizzle the citrus butter sauce over the fish and garnish with chopped parsley if desired.

Step 11

Serve immediately with your favorite sides, such as steamed vegetables or rice.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	547.7 grams (547.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2014

Total Fat 163.80g	210%
Saturated Fat 37.00g	185%
Polyunsaturated Fat 18.80g
Cholesterol 513mg	171%
Sodium 2165mg	94%
Total Carbohydrate 103.20g	38%
Dietary Fiber 13.50g	48%
Total Sugars 25.70g
Protein 54.10g	108%

Vitamin D 309IU	1544%
Calcium 192mg	15%
Iron 10mg	56%
Potassium 1260mg	27%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 70.1%

Protein: 10.3%

Carbs: 19.6%