Classic Mediterranean flavors rarely fail. This simple Saffron Fish recipe elevates Mahi Mahi, into a healthful and delicious meal.
This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Pompeian.
I have a tendency to cook one of two ways, I either pile on the spices in a sort of in your face flavor burst, or I go to the opposite extreme and and lend respect to the individual delicate flavors of fine ingredients. Today's recipe, for Saffron Fish, is all about the latter. It is quite a simple dish: good quality fish, saffron threads, pinch of salt and Pompeian Varietals Arbequina olive oil.
I'm pretty fussy about seafood. I consider flavor, sustainability, healthfulness & source, before buying. Mahi Mahi is a favorite of mine these days, since it is a firm fleshed fish with nice mild flavor, moderate mercury, and most here in the U.S. comes from plentiful populations off the coast of Ecuador. It teams well with another smart culinary choice, the mild yet fruity, taste of Arbequina olive oil from the Pompeian Varietals Collection. The saffron compliments these flavors without overwhelming them, yet has the opportunity to have it's voice clearly heard in the result (important when you consider the costliness of saffron threads).
As you can see preparing the saffron fish recipe is extremely simple.
Tip: Cod (shown here) and other fish can be prepared this way as well. More care must be used with flakier fish though. Pan frying or using protective foil when grilling would be my advice.
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Saffron Fish Recipe : Mediterranean Mahi Mahi Two Ways
Ingredients
- 2 Mahi Mahi fillets* one pound
- 1 tbs Pompeian Varietals Arbequina olive oil
- ⅛ teaspoon Kosher salt
- Generous pinch of saffron for each fillet
Instructions
Grilling
- Place fillets on dish. Mix together the oil , salt and approximately ½ of the saffron, then pour over fillets and turn to coat.
- Preheat grill. Once hot place fillets top side down, and reduce heat to low, after 3-4 minutes to seal top, turn and gently crush the rest of the saffron over the fillets. Cook the fish through, without turning again.
- Serve.
Pan-fried
- Sprinkle the fillets with salt and most of the saffron.
- Heat oil in pan over med, and add fish as soon as it's hot. Immediately reduce heat to low. Cook for 4-5 min, then turn. Top with remaining saffron, cover and cook through.
Notes
Nutrition
Diane @ Philzendia says
I tried Mahi Mahi for the first time in Mexico and loved it. Love this easy recipe. I'll have to try it.
Crystal Green says
Unfortunately, I'm not able to eat this, but my in-laws love this kind of thing. So, I'm sure many others appreciate you sharing this what looks to be an amazing meal idea.
Janeane Davis says
This meal looks and sounds quite delicious. I am going to have to check out the olive oil you used as well.
Danielle says
This looks absolutely divine! I think saffron makes nearly any dish just that much more incredible...
Courtney Pies says
My husband happened to walk by while I was looking at this saffron fish and he stopped and said "We need to make that!" I totally agree - it looks so delicious!
Colleen says
Looks fresh and yummy. I don't know too much about olive oil just use what a recipe calls for LOL!
Danielle @ We Have It All says
Oh the fish looks tasty! I've never tried these flavors from Pompeian.
Trice says
Oh how yummy I love fish. I can eat it every day. I will have to try this out.