Sous Vide Mahi Mahi with Jalapeno-Lime Butter

Traditional methods of cooking mahi mahi can leave it dry, but cooking mahi mahi sous vide in its juices ensures tender and moist results. I try and find fillets that are about 1-inch thick. Serve with cilantro rice or atop a salad.

Prep Time:

10 mins

Cook Time:

30 mins

Total Time:

40 mins

Servings:

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Ingredients

1 ½ pounds skin-on mahi mahi fillet
salt and ground black pepper to taste
¼ cup butter, softened
1 teaspoon finely minced jalapeno pepper
1 teaspoon lime juice
1 lime, zested
½ teaspoon smoked paprika
2 tablespoons olive oil

Directions

Fill a large pot with water. Place a sous vide immersion cooker into the pot and submerge. Set temperature to 125 degrees F (52 degrees C) according to manufacturer's instructions.
Cut mahi mahi fillet into 4 equal portions. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Place fillets into 1 large or 4 small vacuum bags and seal using a vacuum sealer.
Place bags into water and set a timer for 30 minutes.
Combine butter, jalapeño, lime juice, lime zest, and smoked paprika in a small bowl. Set aside.
Carefully remove fillets from the bag and pat dry completely with paper towels.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over high heat. Add fillets, skin-side up, to shimmering oil. Sear until lightly browned, 30 to 45 seconds. Remove immediately from heat and serve each portion with a dollop of jalapeño-lime butter.

Cook's Notes:

When searing, you must work quickly to avoid overcooking the fish. Get your pan as hot as possible.

You may use resealable plastic bags if you don't own a vacuum sealer. To seal your bags, slowly lower the bag into the water, letting the water pressure force the air out of the bag, then seal closed.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

308	Calories
20g	Fat
1g	Carbs
32g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 308
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 20g	25%
Saturated Fat 9g	43%
Cholesterol 155mg	52%
Sodium 271mg	12%
Total Carbohydrate 1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 0g	1%
Total Sugars 0g
Protein 32g	63%
Vitamin C 2mg	3%
Calcium 31mg	2%
Iron 2mg	11%
Potassium 722mg	15%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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