Mahi Mahi with Lemon Garlic Cream Sauce
This Mahi Mahi with Lemon Garlic Cream Sauce is a quick and flavorful seafood delight. The tender fish is perfectly seared and topped with a creamy, zesty sauce that elevates its natural flavors. Ideal for a weeknight dinner or special occasion, this dish is sure to impress with its rich taste and elegant presentation.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Lunch
- Method: No bake
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, for garnish
- Zest of 1 lemon
- Lemon slices, for garnish
- 4 Mahi Mahi fillets
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Season Mahi Mahi fillets with salt and black pepper on both sides.
- Add Mahi Mahi fillets to the skillet and cook each side for 3-4 minutes until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add minced garlic and cook until fragrant (1-2 minutes).
- Pour in heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Cook for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened, stirring occasionally.
- Stir in lemon zest, lemon juice, and chopped parsley. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Return Mahi Mahi fillets to the skillet, spooning sauce over the top. Cook for another 1-2 minutes until heated through.
- Serve Mahi Mahi fillets with lemon garlic cream sauce spooned over the top. Garnish with lemon slices and fresh parsley.
Nutrition
- Calories: 415
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 31g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 120mg