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Are you ready for a nutritious and tropical dinner delight? My Pan Seared Blackened Mahi Mahi with Mango Salsa is just what you need! This mahi mahi with mango salsa recipe is an easy weeknight dinner and will become one of your favorites fish dinners. This delicious white fish pairs perfectly with the tangy and sweet homemade mango salsa.
1. Start with preparing your blackened seasoning. In a small bowl, measure out the paprika, garlic powder, dried oregano, kosher salt, black pepper and cayenne pepper. Stir to combine and set it aside.
2. Cook the brown rice according to the package. 3. Gather the ingredients for the fresh mango salsa. If using frozen mango, you can quickly thaw it in the microwave for about 30-45 seconds. Dice the mango chunks into 1/4 cubes and place into a medium bowl. Continue to dice the red onion and avocado and add it to the mango. Drizzle with fresh lime juice and season with a touch of salt. Then add in the fresh cilantro. Cover it with plastic wrap and set it aside.
4.For the Mahi Mahi, if using frozen- remove it from the packaging and place fish on a baking sheet or cutting board and pat dry with a paper towel. Season each side generously with the blackened seasoning.
5. Place a large nonstick skillet over medium high heat. Add the oil and when the pan is ready, add the mahi mahi to the hot oil. Turn the heat down to medium low heat.
6.. Sear the fish for about 2-3 minutes and using tongs, flip the Mahi Mahi over to cook the other side. Be sure to get the side of the filets as well. The blackened mahi mahi will be done when it is opaque throughout and has a firm texture. Larger size filets will take a couple of more minutes to cook. The internal temperature should be between 140-145 degrees. 7. Serve the fish with brown rice and top with the mango avocado salsa
Tips: Choosing a perfectly ripe fresh mango can sometimes be a daunting task. It is best to choose one that is ripe to touch. So if you can squeeze it a little then it should be good to eat. If it is really hard, then it is not ripe. One way to get around this is using frozen mangoes. Frozen mango already has the sweet flavor you need. All you have to do is either defrost it overnight in the fridge or microwave it for about 30 seconds.
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