The Kitchn: The best, simplest method to cook mahi mahi
Finish with butter and parsley. Finish the sauce with butter, but leave it on the heat just until the butter is melted -- don't keep cooking the sauce. Stir in parsley for some freshness and color, then pour that gorgeous sauce over the fish.
Serving Mahi Mahi
The simple sauce is so flavorful that the mahi mahi doesn't need much else, but no one would argue if you served the fish with something that can soak it all up: some crusty bread, steamed rice, or mashed potatoes are all great candidates. It's up to you if you want to eat the lemon slices -- they get soft in the pan and offer a nice contrast to the flaky fish and buttery sauce. A green vegetable, such as asparagus or green beans, also pairs delightfully.
Mahi Mahi
Serves 4
1 medium lemon
4 (4 to 6-ounce) mahi mahi fillets
1 1/4 teaspoons kosher salt, plus more as needed
Freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil
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