Pan Grilled Mahi Mahi with Cilantro Lime Sauce

Mahi Mahi is a thick and meaty fish that holds up well to pan searing or grilling.  The cilantro lime sauce I prepare here compliments the fish without overpowering it.  Fish is another one of those quick evening meals when time is of the essence.  This fish is cooked and ready to serve in about 10-12 minutes.  I served the fish with a simple salad, and a quick to prepare, 90-second microwave brown rice…Uncle Ben’s Ready Rice –Natural Whole Grain Brown, a 100% whole grain rice with 48 grams or more of whole grains per serving. The whole meal was on the table in less than 20 minutes. How’s that for fast cooking! 

 Enjoy!

 Pan Grilled Mahi Mahi with Cilantro Lime Sauce

Serves 4

 Cooking spray

4 Mahi Mahi filets, about 6 ounces each
1 Tbls. Extra virgin olive oil
Salt and Pepper to taste

A few squeezes of fresh lime juice

1 Cup Cilantro leaves
3 Tbls. Light mayonnaises
Zest of 1 lime
1 Tbls. Lime juice
1/8 Tsp. Garlic powder

Lightly spray a non-stick grill pan with cooking spray; use a paper towel to remove any excess spray from the pan.  Place the pan on the stove and heat on medium-high.

Brush both sides of the filets with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper to taste.  Place the filets on the heated grill pan.  Grill for 3-4 minutes and turn on the other side and grill for another 3-4 minutes, or until fish flakes easily with a fork.  If you like, lightly squeeze some lime juice on one side of the mahi mahi once you remove it from the pan.

Meanwhile, in a small food processor, or blender, combine the cilantro, mayonnaise, lime zest, lime juice and garlic powder.  Pulse until all is combined and is rich and creamy.

Plate the mahi mahi filets and spoon a large dollop of the cilantro lime sauce over the top of each filet.