Best 2 Mahi And Mushrooms Recipes

Mahi-mahi, also known as dorado or dolphinfish, is a popular fish prized for its mild, sweet flavor and firm, flaky texture. Its versatility makes it a favorite among home cooks and chefs alike, and it can be prepared in a variety of ways, including grilling, baking, frying, and steaming. Mushrooms, with their earthy, umami flavor, are a natural complement to mahi-mahi. Their meaty texture and ability to absorb flavors make them an ideal ingredient for sauces, soups, and stews. When combined, mahi-mahi and mushrooms create a harmonious dish that is both satisfying and delicious.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

MAHI AND MUSHROOMS

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Marinated, pan-cooked Mahi with sauteed mushrooms and grape tomatoes. Serve it with a salad and some bread. YUM! You can marinate overnight; then it only takes a few minutes to get ready before cooking. Oyster mushrooms are my favorites, but criminis work well also. I use both yellow and red grape tomatoes.

Provided by Spencer & Serena

Categories Seafood Fish Mahi Mahi

Time 1h

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

1 clove garlic, minced, or more to taste
1 tablespoon minced shallot, or more to taste
1 pinch red pepper flakes, or to taste
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 (4 ounce) mahi mahi fillets
salt and ground black pepper to taste
2 teaspoons olive oil
1 cup fresh oyster mushrooms, stemmed and sliced
½ cup halved yellow and red grape tomatoes, or more to taste
¼ cup white wine
1 tablespoon butter

Steps:

Mix the garlic, shallot, red pepper flakes, and 2 tablespoons olive oil together in a shallow dish.
Lay the mahi mahi fillets in the olive oil mixture; turn to coat.
Season the fillets with salt and black pepper.
Transfer the dish to the refrigerator and allow the fillets to marinate 30 minutes to overnight.
Heat 2 teaspoons olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
Cook and stir the oyster mushrooms in the hot oil until tender, about 5 minutes; season with salt and black pepper.
Pour the white wine over the mushrooms; bring to a simmer and allow to cook while you prepare the mahi mahi.
Remove the mahi mahi fillets from the marinade; shake to remove any excess marinade.
Heat a skillet over medium heat.
Gently lay the fillets in the hot skillet; cook about 5 minutes. Pour the marinade over the fillets and continue cooking until the fish is just beginning to flake in the center; remove from heat, transfer to a serving dish, and keep warm.
Add the tomatoes and butter to the mushroom and wine mixture. Cook and stir together just until the butter has melted; spoon over the mahi mahi fillets to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 363.4 calories, Carbohydrate 6.4 g, Cholesterol 97 mg, Fat 25.2 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 22.6 g, SaturatedFat 6.4 g, Sodium 152 mg, Sugar 0.9 g

MAHI MAHI WITH ONIONS AND MUSHROOMS

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Very good and easy mahi mahi filets steamed over yellow onions, button mushrooms and garlic.

Provided by Nakago

Categories Seafood Fish Mahi Mahi

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

2 tablespoons olive oil
3 small onions, chopped
4 cloves garlic, minced
5 button mushrooms, sliced
1 ½ pounds mahi mahi
salt and pepper to taste
¼ cup white cooking wine
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon cornstarch
2 tablespoons water

Steps:

In a large skillet, heat olive oil and cook onions, mushrooms and garlic over medium heat until onions are transparent.
Cut the mahi mahi into 3 inch long filets. Place the Mahi Mahi fillets over the onions, mushrooms and garlic. Salt and Pepper the first side of the filets to taste. Add white cooking wine and lemon juice.
Cover and cook 4 to 5 minutes. Turn the filets over and salt and pepper the second side to taste. Cook 4 to 5 minutes or until fish flakes easily.
Remove only the fish to a heated plate and keep warm until sauce is ready.
In the same skillet with all the onions, mushrooms, garlic and cooking wine, raise heat to medium/high. Bring to a boil. Dissolve cornstarch in the 2 tablespoons of water; stir into skillet. Stir the sauce continuously until sauce thickens to desired consistency.
Pour sauce over mahi mahi filets. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 251.2 calories, Carbohydrate 8 g, Cholesterol 124.3 mg, Fat 8.1 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 33 g, SaturatedFat 1.3 g, Sodium 154.8 mg, Sugar 2.8 g

Tips:

For the best results, use fresh mahi-mahi fillets. Frozen fillets can be used, but they should be thawed completely before cooking.
If you don't have white wine on hand, you can substitute chicken broth or vegetable broth.
To make the sauce creamier, add a tablespoon of heavy cream or sour cream.
Serve the mahi-mahi with your favorite sides, such as rice, roasted vegetables, or mashed potatoes.

Conclusion:

Mahi-mahi is a delicious and versatile fish that can be cooked in a variety of ways. The recipes in this article provide a few ideas for how to cook mahi-mahi with mushrooms. Whether you're looking for a simple weeknight meal or a special occasion dish, you're sure to find a recipe that you'll enjoy. So next time you're at the fish market, be sure to pick up some mahi-mahi and give one of these recipes a try.