Baked Mahi Mahi with Garlic & Herbs | Easy Oven Recipe for a Light Dinner
Ingredients
- 4 (6-ounce) mahi mahi fillets, 1 to 1.5 inches thick
- 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- 1/2 tsp freshly cracked black pepper
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter, softened to room temperature
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh dill, finely chopped
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 4-6 thin lemon slices
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish or line with parchment paper.
- Pat the mahi mahi fillets completely dry with paper towels. Season both sides generously with kosher salt and black pepper. Arrange them in the baking dish with space between each fillet.
- In a small bowl, combine the softened butter, minced garlic, chopped parsley, chopped dill, and lemon zest. Mash with a fork until a compound butter paste forms.
- Divide the garlic herb butter evenly among the fillets, spreading it in a thick layer over the top surface of each.
- Drizzle the fresh lemon juice over the fish and top each fillet with one or two lemon slices.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes, depending on thickness. The fish is done when it is opaque and flakes easily with a fork, or an instant-read thermometer reads 137-140°F.
- Remove from the oven and let the fish rest in the pan for 3-5 minutes before serving. Spoon any pan juices over the top.
Notes
For best results, use an instant-read thermometer to check for doneness. Pull the fish from the oven when it reaches 137°F to prevent overcooking.