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Pacific Coast Coconut Mahimahi
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Pacific Coast Coconut Mahimahi

Recipe made for PelicanPassageBob
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CHILI LIME FINISHING SALT Buy now from Salted Perfection $16

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I remember sitting on a weathered dock somewhere in the Pacific, watching the sun dip below the horizon while the smell of coconut and salty air filled the breeze. This dish captures that exact moment—rich, creamy, and spiked with just enough heat to wake you up. It is a nostalgic trip to the coast without leaving your kitchen.

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Regional Influences
Made to serve: 3-4
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Ingredients

  • 4 (6 oz) mahimahi fillets
  • 1 tbsp Salted Perfection Chili Lime Finishing Salt, divided
  • 2 tbsp avocado oil
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
  • 1 can (13.5 oz) full-fat coconut milk
  • 1 tbsp tamari (gluten-free soy sauce)
  • 4 heads baby bok choy, halved lengthwise
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1 lime, cut into wedges

Instructions

  1. Pat the mahimahi fillets thoroughly dry with paper towels to ensure a good sear. Season both sides of the fish with 1/2 tablespoon of the Salted Perfection Chili Lime Finishing Salt.
  2. Heat the avocado oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once the oil is hot and shimmering, carefully place the fillets in the pan. Sear for 3 to 4 minutes per side until a golden crust forms, then transfer the fish to a plate. It does not need to be fully cooked yet.
  3. Reduce the heat to medium and add the sesame oil to the same skillet. Stir in the minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for about 1 minute until fragrant but not browned.
  4. Pour in the coconut milk and tamari, using a wooden spoon to scrape up any flavorful browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Stir in the remaining 1/2 tablespoon of Salted Perfection Chili Lime Finishing Salt and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
  5. Nestle the halved baby bok choy into the sauce. Cover the pan and let it cook for about 3 minutes, or until the stems are tender-crisp.
  6. Return the seared mahimahi and any accumulated juices to the skillet. Spoon the coconut sauce over the fish and simmer uncovered for another 2 to 3 minutes, or until the fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
  7. Remove from heat, garnish with fresh cilantro, and serve immediately with lime wedges for squeezing. DUNZO!

Tony’s Fine Print

They tell me every recipe needs a little fine print, so here’s mine. I do my best to keep things straight, no surprises and no sneaky allergens. The info you see here is put together with care, capisce? But kitchens are wild places and ingredients do not always behave. Always double-check the labels on what you buy, especially if you have allergies or dietary restrictions. If something does not look right, trust your gut (and your doctor) before you trust me. Bottom line: I am here to guide, not to diagnose. You cook, you taste, you take responsibility.

Deal? Good. Now let’s eat.

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