Pan-Seared Mahi Mahi with Lemon Butter Sauce

Ingredients:

• – 4 fresh mahi mahi fillets
• – Salt and pepper to taste
• – 2 tablespoons olive oil
• – 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
• – 2 garlic cloves, minced
• – 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice (about 2 lemons)
• – 1/4 cup chicken broth
• – 1 tablespoon capers, drained (optional)
• – Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
• – Lemon slices (for garnish)

Instructions:

1. **Season the Mahi Mahi**: Pat the mahi mahi fillets dry with paper towels. Season both sides with salt and pepper.
2. **Heat the Pan**: In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat until hot but not smoking.
3. **Cook the Mahi Mahi**: Place the fillets in the skillet and cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until the fish is golden brown and flakes easily with a fork. Transfer the cooked fillets to a plate and keep warm.
4. **Prepare the Lemon Butter Sauce**:

• – In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium and add the butter. Allow it to melt and start to brown slightly.
• – Add the minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
• – Pour in the lemon juice and chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
• – Allow the sauce to simmer for about 2-3 minutes, or until it slightly thickens.
• – If using capers, add them to the sauce and stir to combine.

5. **Serve**: Return the mahi mahi fillets to the skillet and spoon the lemon butter sauce over the top. Cook for another 1-2 minutes to reheat the fish.
6. **Garnish and Enjoy**: Transfer the fillets to serving plates, spoon the sauce over the top, and garnish with fresh parsley and lemon slices. Serve immediately.

This dish pairs well with rice, quinoa, or a fresh green salad. Enjoy your delicious mahi mahi!