Cajun Maple Mahi Mahi Recipe

Dive into a taste of paradise with this incredibly easy Cajun Maple Mahi Mahi recipe! A sweet and spicy glaze perfectly complements the flaky white fish. Created from scratch using simple pantry staples, this recipe is a quick weeknight dinner that's bursting with flavor. Impress your family and friends with this restaurant-quality dish – ready in under 20 minutes!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Calories 227.2 kcal
Protein 75g
Rating 4.3 (37 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Cajun Maple Mahi Mahi

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How to Make Cajun Maple Mahi Mahi

  1. In a small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup maple syrup, 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning, 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard, and 1 tablespoon butter until smooth.
  2. Place the Mahi Mahi fillets (about 6 ounces each) in a shallow baking dish or skillet.
  3. Spoon the maple-Cajun mixture evenly over the fish, ensuring each fillet is coated.
  4. If desired, sauté 1/2 cup thinly sliced onions in the pan for 2 minutes before adding the fish.
  5. Cook the fish over medium heat for 3-5 minutes per side, or until the fish is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork. Add a tablespoon or two more of the syrup mixture during cooking if desired to keep it moist.
  6. Serve immediately over a bed of rice. Garnish with fresh parsley or green onions (optional).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

7 g

Sugar

47g

Fat

1g

Carbs

4g