Poor Man's Lobster Mahi Mahi Recipe

Elevate your weeknight dinner with this decadent Poor Man's Lobster Mahi Mahi recipe! Inspired by an online find and personalized for maximum flavor, this recipe delivers succulent, tender mahi mahi with a rich garlic butter sauce. It's surprisingly easy to make and ready in under 30 minutes – a true taste of luxury without the luxury price tag!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Calories 583.1 kcal
Protein 86g
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Ingredients for Poor Man's Lobster Mahi Mahi

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How to Make Poor Man's Lobster Mahi Mahi

  1. Cut 1 pound of mahi mahi fillets into 2-inch chunks and drizzle with 2 tablespoons of lemon juice. Let sit for 5 minutes while you prepare the steamer.
  2. Pour 1 cup of light beer into the bottom of a saucepan. Place a collapsible vegetable steamer basket over the beer, ensuring the fish won't touch the beer.
  3. Bring the beer to a gentle boil over medium heat. Add the fish chunks to the steamer basket, cover, and steam for 5-10 minutes, or until the fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork. Thicker pieces may require slightly longer cooking time.
  4. **Important:** Overcooked fish will be rubbery. Check for doneness frequently after 5 minutes.
  5. While the fish steams, melt 4 tablespoons of butter in a small saucepan over low heat. Add 2 minced cloves of garlic and 1/2 teaspoon of salt. Cook, stirring frequently, until the garlic is fragrant (about 1 minute). Do not brown the garlic.
  6. Once the fish is cooked, carefully remove it from the steamer and discard the beer.
  7. Serve the mahi mahi immediately, drizzled or dipped in the flavorful garlic butter sauce. Garnish with fresh parsley or lemon wedges (optional).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

45 g

Sugar

1g

Fat

111g

Carbs

2g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Poor Man's Lobster Mahi Mahi?

Poor Man's Lobster Mahi Mahi takes about 30 minutes from start to finish — roughly 5 minutes to prepare and 25 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Poor Man's Lobster Mahi Mahi?

Poor Man's Lobster Mahi Mahi has approximately 583.1 calories per serving, with about 86 g protein, 2 g carbohydrates and 55 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Poor Man's Lobster Mahi Mahi?

The key ingredients for Poor Man's Lobster Mahi Mahi are Mahi Mahi Fillet, Beer, Lemon Juice, Butter, Garlic, Salt. See the full list with measurements above.

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