Paleo Blackened Mahi-Mahi

Total time20 min

Prep time10 min

Cook time10 min

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Ingredients

4 servings

4 mahi-mahi fillets (about 6 oz each), skin removed
2 tbsp avocado oil, divided

For the blackening spice

1 tbsp smoked paprika
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp onion powder
1 tsp dried thyme
1 tsp dried oregano
½ tsp cayenne pepper
½ tsp ground black pepper
1 tsp kosher salt

For serving

2 limes, cut into wedges
2 tbsp fresh cilantro, roughly chopped (optional)

Instructions

1
In a small bowl, combine the smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, dried thyme, dried oregano, cayenne pepper, ground black pepper, and kosher salt. Stir until evenly mixed.
2
Pat the mahi-mahi fillets completely dry with paper towels. Brush both sides of each fillet with 1 tablespoon of the avocado oil, then press the spice blend firmly onto both sides of each fillet, coating evenly.

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