Fried Mahi-Mahi with Salsa Criolla

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-12 · Updated 2026-04-12

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Crisp-skinned mahi-mahi fillets served with a vibrant fresh salsa made from tomatoes, onions, and lime. This Caribbean-inspired seafood recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs mahimahi fillets, all-purpose flour, paprika for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 Caribbean cuisine 380 cal/serving

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Ingredients

4, 6 ounces each mahimahi fillets
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 cup, finely chopped red onion
2, diced tomatoes
1/4 cup, chopped cilantro
2 tablespoons lime juice

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Instructions

Step 1: Pat mahi-mahi fillets dry. Season with 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, and 1 teaspoon paprika. Dredge evenly in 1/2 cup all-purpose flour.
Step 2: Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add fillets and cook for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown and flaky.
Step 3: In a bowl, combine 1/2 cup chopped red onion, 2 diced tomatoes, 1/4 cup chopped cilantro, and 2 tablespoons lime juice. Season with a pinch of salt.
Step 4: Serve fish immediately with salsa criolla spooned over the top.