Mahi mahi fillets are coated with sesame seeds before being pan-fried in this recipe, which also makes a simple pineapple salsa for serving with the cooked fish.
Preparation Time
15 mins
Cooking Time
10 mins
Total Time
25 mins
Calories
374 Calories
Recipe Instructions
Step 1
Toss the pineapple, cilantro, red onion, and lime juice together in a bowl until evenly mixed; set aside.
Step 2
Rub the mahi mahi fillets with the sesame oil to lightly coat.
Step 3
Sprinkle the sesame seeds evenly over one side of each fillets; gently press the seeds into the fish to assure they stick.
Step 4
Heat the vegetable oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium heat.
Step 5
Lay the fillets with the seeded side down into the hot oil; cook for 4 minutes, turn, and continue cooking until the flesh turns opaque and flakes easily with a fork, another 3 to 5 minutes. Serve with the pineapple mixture.
