Dinner Tonight: Mahi Mahi With Cilantro Pesto Recip

Name: Dinner Tonight: Mahi Mahi With Cilantro Pesto Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon paprika; 1/2 tablespoon ancho chile powder; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1 teaspoon brown sugar; 1/2 teaspoon cayenne powder; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; 1 red bell pepper; 1 clove garlic, chopped; 1 tablespoon pine nuts; 1/2 cup cilantro leaves; 1 1/2 tablespoons grated Parmesan; 1/4 cup olive oil; salt and pepper; 2 mahi mahi fillets; 1 teaspoon olive oil

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon paprika
1/2 tablespoon ancho chile powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon cayenne powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 red bell pepper
1 clove garlic, chopped
1 tablespoon pine nuts
1/2 cup cilantro leaves
1 1/2 tablespoons grated Parmesan
1/4 cup olive oil
salt and pepper
2 mahi mahi fillets
1 teaspoon olive oil

1
Combine all the ingredients for the rub and set aside.
2
Roast the red pepper underneath the broiler for a few minutes on each side until blackened all over. Wrap up in a plastic bag and let steam for 15 minutes. Then remove the skin, stem, and seeds. Chop haphazardly into 1-inch pieces and then toss in a food processor along with the garlic, pine nuts, and cilantro. Process until smooth. Then, with the motor running, drizzle in the olive oil. When all of it is incorporated, turn the processor off and stir in the Parmesan. Season with salt and pepper
3
Preheat the broiler. Rub each fillet 1/2 teaspoon of the olive oil. Sprinkle a tablespoon of the rub onto each fillet. Place fish underneath the broiler and cook for about 3 minutes per side. Serve with the cilantro pesto.

229

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon paprika, 1/2 tablespoon ancho chile powder, 1 teaspoon ground cumin, 1 teaspoon brown sugar, and more.

Yes, Dinner Tonight: Mahi Mahi With Cilantro Pesto Recipe falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Dinner Tonight: Mahi Mahi With Cilantro Pesto Recipe

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Variations & substitutions

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