{"id":2116,"date":"2018-01-14T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2018-01-14T00:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.omahasteaks.com\/?p=2116"},"modified":"2025-06-20T15:37:34","modified_gmt":"2025-06-20T15:37:34","slug":"pan-sear-mahi-mahi","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.omahasteaks.com\/blog\/recipes\/pan-sear-mahi-mahi\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Pan Sear Mahi Mahi"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; admin_label=&#8221;section&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_row admin_label=&#8221;row&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.3&#8243; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221; width=&#8221;100%&#8221; max_width=&#8221;1768px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; custom_padding=&#8221;|||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; custom_padding__hover=&#8221;|||&#8221;][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Text&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;]<\/p>\n<p>Mahi mahi is an exotic, one-of-a-kind fish. It holds a coveted sweetness and mild texture that many seafood lovers crave. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.omahasteaks.com\/product\/Mahi-Mahi-00000004893?SRC=RZ0636\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"external noopener noreferrer\">Omaha Steaks Mahi Mahi<\/a> fillets are frozen the day of catch to hold all of the natural nutrients and flavor, so you know you\u2019re getting the highest quality seafood, delivered right to your door. Learn how to perfectly pan sear your mahi mahi at home using these simple steps.<\/p>\n<div class=\"prod-block\"><div class=\"prod-container\"><a class=\"prod-link-a\" href=\"https:\/\/www.omahasteaks.com\/product\/Mahi-Mahi-Fillets-4-6-oz-02840?SRC=RZ0638\" title=\"Omaha Steaks Mahi Mahi Fillets 4 Pieces 6 oz Per Piece\" aria-label=\"Omaha Steaks Mahi Mahi Fillets 4 Pieces 6 oz Per Piece\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"external noopener noreferrer\"><div style=\"position:relative;\">\t<img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Omaha Steaks Mahi Mahi Fillets 4 Pieces 6 oz Per Piece\" data-original=\"https:\/\/assets.omahasteaks.com\/transform\/5124547d-0127-41f6-8d59-7d0fd0956342\/s_mm_041a?io=transform%3Acrop%2Cwidth%3A1600%2Cheight%3A1600&io=transform%3Afill%2Cwidth%3A500%2Cheight%3A500\" style=\"width: 100%;\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.omahasteaks.com\/transform\/5124547d-0127-41f6-8d59-7d0fd0956342\/s_mm_041a?io=transform%3Acrop%2Cwidth%3A1600%2Cheight%3A1600&io=transform%3Afill%2Cwidth%3A500%2Cheight%3A500\"><\/div><div class=\"border_b mar_t_xs\">\t<div class=\"prod-title\">Omaha Steaks Mahi Mahi Fillets 4 Pieces 6 oz Per Piece<\/div>\t<div class=\"clearfix pad_b_xxs\">\t\t<div class=\"prod-desc\">\u00a0\u00a0\t\t\t<span class=\"sku_num os_txt_p_m float_r\">#2840WCV<\/span>\t\t<\/div>\t<\/div><\/div><div class=\"clearfix\">\t<div class=\"clearfix mar_t_xs\">\t\t<div class=\"sku_price_pre os_style_s os_ress os_txt_action os_style_lhf\"><\/div>\t\t<div>\t\t\t<span class=\"prod-price\">$52.99<span class=\"os_style\">\u00a0|\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"sku_savings_tt noselect os_style\">save 47% <span class=\"icon-savings\"><\/span><\/span><\/span>\t\t<\/div>\t<\/div><\/div><\/a><div>\t<div class=\"clearfix mar_t_xs\">\t\t<a rel=\"nofollow external noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/www.omahasteaks.com\/shop\/Shopping-Cart?ACTN=3&amp;IID=2840&amp;qty=1&amp;dsp=6&amp;SRC=RZ0638\" title=\"add to cart\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\"><div class=\"prod-button\"><span class=\"icon-cooler\"><\/span> Add<\/div><\/a>\t<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"prod-container\"><a class=\"prod-link-a\" href=\"https:\/\/www.omahasteaks.com\/product\/Signature-Seafood-Seasoning-1-22-oz-02939?SRC=RZ0638\" title=\"Omaha Steaks Signature Seafood Seasoning 2.2 oz\" aria-label=\"Omaha Steaks Signature Seafood Seasoning 2.2 oz\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"external noopener noreferrer\"><div style=\"position:relative;\">\t<img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Omaha Steaks Signature Seafood Seasoning 2.2 oz\" data-original=\"https:\/\/assets.omahasteaks.com\/transform\/544ad147-fabb-430f-a336-89c495ae072f\/kp_sr_043a?io=transform%3Acrop%2Cwidth%3A1600%2Cheight%3A1600&io=transform%3Afill%2Cwidth%3A500%2Cheight%3A500\" style=\"width: 100%;\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.omahasteaks.com\/transform\/544ad147-fabb-430f-a336-89c495ae072f\/kp_sr_043a?io=transform%3Acrop%2Cwidth%3A1600%2Cheight%3A1600&io=transform%3Afill%2Cwidth%3A500%2Cheight%3A500\"><\/div><div class=\"border_b mar_t_xs\">\t<div class=\"prod-title\">Omaha Steaks Signature Seafood Seasoning 2.2 oz<\/div>\t<div class=\"clearfix pad_b_xxs\">\t\t<div class=\"prod-desc\">\u00a0\u00a0\t\t\t<span class=\"sku_num os_txt_p_m float_r\">#2939WCV<\/span>\t\t<\/div>\t<\/div><\/div><div class=\"clearfix\">\t<div class=\"clearfix mar_t_xs\">\t\t<div class=\"sku_price_pre os_style_s os_ress os_txt_action os_style_lhf\"><\/div>\t\t<div>\t\t\t<span class=\"prod-price\">$6.99<span class=\"os_style\">\u00a0|\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"sku_savings_tt noselect os_style\">save 36% <span class=\"icon-savings\"><\/span><\/span><\/span>\t\t<\/div>\t<\/div><\/div><\/a><div>\t<div class=\"clearfix mar_t_xs\">\t\t<a rel=\"nofollow external noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/www.omahasteaks.com\/shop\/Shopping-Cart?ACTN=3&amp;IID=2939&amp;qty=1&amp;dsp=6&amp;SRC=RZ0638\" title=\"add to cart\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\"><div class=\"prod-button\"><span class=\"icon-cooler\"><\/span> Add<\/div><\/a>\t<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<h2><strong>How to Pan Sear Mahi Mahi<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Even though there are several ways to cook mahi mahi, one of the easiest ways is to saut\u00e9 it in a pan. Check out our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.omahasteaks.com\/blog\/seafood-cooking-chart\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">seafood cooking chart<\/a> and the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.omahasteaks.com\/info\/Mobile-Apps?SRC=RZ0636\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"external noopener noreferrer\">Omaha Steaks Mobile App<\/a> with a cooking timer for extra help during the cooking process.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>1. Thaw Mahi Mahi<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>To preserve the flavors and ocean-freshness we recommend thawing your mahi mahi fillets in your refrigerator overnight. The gradual thawing is the best method for keeping freshness intact. To thaw, remove fillets from original packaging, place in resealable bag, and thaw in refrigerator at least 7 hours. If you need your fillets thawed quicker, thawing in cold water is acceptable too. Simply unpackage the desired number of fillets and place them in a resealable bag. Remove as much air from the bag as possible and submerge in cold water for approximately 30 minutes to 1 hour. Cook and consume within 2 days.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>2. Preheat Pan to Medium Heat<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Start by preheating your skillet to medium or medium-high heat. Add a dash of oil to the skillet as it preheats. This helps to make flipping your fish easier.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>3. Season Mahi Mahi<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>While your skillet is preheating, season your fillets. Add melted butter or oil and season lightly with your favorite marinade, seasoning, or our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.omahasteaks.com\/product\/Signature-Seafood-Seasoning-00000029946?SRC=RZ0636\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"external noopener noreferrer\">Omaha Steaks Signature Seafood Seasoning<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>4. Pan Sear Mahi Mahi<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Once your skillet is hot, place each mahi mahi fillet into your pan and cook for 6-7 minutes. Flip your fillets and cook for another 5-6 minutes. Remember, mahi mahi is a very lean fish which can make it very easy to dry out. Be sure to keep a close eye during the entire cooking process. You\u2019ll know your mahi mahi has finished cooking when it is opaque throughout and reaches an internal temperature of 145\u00b0 Fahrenheit. Serve your mahi mahi with lemon slices for a light zing of citrus to complement your fish. Enjoy!<\/p>\n<p><strong>Other Ways to Cook Mahi Mahi<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.omahasteaks.com\/blog\/bake-mahi-mahi\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">How to Grill Mahi Mahi<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.omahasteaks.com\/blog\/grill-mahi-mahi\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">How to Bake Mahi Mahi<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; locked=&#8221;off&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_divider show_divider=&#8221;off&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_divider][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Seafood Product Cards&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_module=&#8221;128903&#8243; saved_tabs=&#8221;all&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p class=\"ai-optimize-6\"><div class=\"prod-block\"><div class=\"prod-container\"><a class=\"prod-link-a\" href=\"https:\/\/www.omahasteaks.com\/product\/Seafood-Favorites-Assortment-76882?SRC=RZ0638\" title=\"Omaha Steaks Seafood Favorites Assortment\" aria-label=\"Omaha Steaks Seafood Favorites Assortment\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"external noopener noreferrer\"><div style=\"position:relative;\">\t<img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Omaha Steaks Seafood Favorites Assortment\" data-original=\"https:\/\/assets.omahasteaks.com\/transform\/c4baa441-596c-4c1c-bc19-c4e80ea17424\/76882?io=transform%3Acrop%2Cwidth%3A1600%2Cheight%3A1600&io=transform%3Afill%2Cwidth%3A500%2Cheight%3A500\" style=\"width: 100%;\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.omahasteaks.com\/transform\/c4baa441-596c-4c1c-bc19-c4e80ea17424\/76882?io=transform%3Acrop%2Cwidth%3A1600%2Cheight%3A1600&io=transform%3Afill%2Cwidth%3A500%2Cheight%3A500\"><\/div><div class=\"border_b mar_t_xs\">\t<div class=\"prod-title\">Omaha Steaks Seafood Favorites Assortment<\/div>\t<div class=\"clearfix pad_b_xxs\">\t\t<div class=\"prod-desc\">\u00a0\u00a0\t\t\t<span class=\"sku_num os_txt_p_m float_r\">#76882WCV<\/span>\t\t<\/div>\t<\/div><\/div><div class=\"border_b mar_t_xs\">\t<div class=\"clearfix pad_b_xxs\">\t\t<div class=\"prod-listings\"><ul style=\"margin-bottom: 0px;padding-bottom: 0px;\">    <li>Sole Almondine<\/li>    <li>Mahi Mahi Fillets<\/li>    <li>Wild Argentinian Red Shrimp<\/li>    <li>Garlic &amp; Herb Flounder Fillets<\/li>    <li>Split Lobster Tail Skewers<\/li><\/ul>\t\t<\/div>\t<\/div><\/div><div class=\"clearfix\">\t<div class=\"clearfix mar_t_xs\">\t\t<div class=\"sku_price_pre os_style_s os_ress os_txt_action os_style_lhf\"><\/div>\t\t<div>\t\t\t<span class=\"prod-price\">$159.99<span class=\"os_style\">\u00a0|\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"sku_savings_tt noselect os_style\">save 53% <span class=\"icon-savings\"><\/span><\/span><\/span>\t\t<\/div>\t<\/div><\/div><\/a><div>\t<div class=\"clearfix mar_t_xs\">\t\t<a rel=\"nofollow external noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/www.omahasteaks.com\/shop\/Shopping-Cart?ACTN=3&amp;IID=76882&amp;qty=1&amp;dsp=6&amp;SRC=RZ0638\" title=\"add to cart\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\"><div class=\"prod-button\"><span class=\"icon-cooler\"><\/span> Add<\/div><\/a>\t<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_divider show_divider=&#8221;off&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_divider][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=&#8221;1_3,1_3,1_3&#8243; use_custom_gutter=&#8221;on&#8221; gutter_width=&#8221;2&#8243; make_equal=&#8221;on&#8221; admin_label=&#8221;More Like This Posts&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.21.2&#8243; background_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; width=&#8221;100%&#8221; module_alignment=&#8221;center&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;0px||0px||false|false&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;0px||0px||false|false&#8221; background_last_edited=&#8221;on|desktop&#8221; locked=&#8221;off&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.21.2&#8243; background_color=&#8221;#e8e8e8&#8243; custom_padding=&#8221;|||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; custom_padding__hover=&#8221;|||&#8221;][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/www.omahasteaks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/how-to-fight-shrinkflation-at-the-grocery-store-with-Omaha-Steaks-1-1024&#215;576.jpg&#8221; alt=&#8221;Large serving platter with 4 chicken breasts, 2 gourmet franks with toppings, burger with lettuce, tomato and red onion. Serving bowl with side salad. Smaller plate with burger and salad. Served with glass of water and glass of beer.&#8221; title_text=&#8221;how to fight shrinkflation at the grocery store with Omaha Steaks&#8221; align=&#8221;center&#8221; force_fullwidth=&#8221;on&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; custom_margin=&#8221;||||false|false&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_cta title=&#8221;Always Have the Best on Hand&#8221; button_url=&#8221;https:\/\/www.omahasteaks.com\/shop\/Subscription?SRC=RZ0636&#8243; button_text=&#8221;Subscribe Now&#8221; admin_label=&#8221;Call To Action&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; header_level=&#8221;h3&#8243; header_text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; header_font_size=&#8221;20px&#8221; body_text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; body_font_size=&#8221;16px&#8221; use_background_color=&#8221;off&#8221; custom_button=&#8221;on&#8221; button_text_color=&#8221;#890419&#8243; button_border_width=&#8221;0px&#8221; button_border_color=&#8221;rgba(0,0,0,0)&#8221; button_border_radius=&#8221;3px&#8221; button_alignment=&#8221;center&#8221; button_custom_margin=&#8221;||0px||false|false&#8221; button_custom_padding=&#8221;||||false|false&#8221; text_orientation=&#8221;left&#8221; background_layout=&#8221;light&#8221; module_alignment=&#8221;center&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;0px|15px|0px|15px|false|false&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;0px|0px|0px|0px|false|false&#8221; z_index_tablet=&#8221;500&#8243; border_color_all=&#8221;RGBA(255,255,255,0)&#8221; border_style_all=&#8221;none&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>Whether it\u2019s a nightly meal or special occasion, Omaha Steaks Subscription ensures you\u2019re ready to make it memorable.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_cta][et_pb_divider show_divider=&#8221;off&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.21.2&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_divider][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.21.2&#8243; background_color=&#8221;#e8e8e8&#8243; custom_padding=&#8221;|||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; custom_padding__hover=&#8221;|||&#8221;][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/www.omahasteaks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/blogwp_crab-stuffed-lobster-1024&#215;576.jpg&#8221; alt=&#8221;crab stuffed lobster on plate&#8221; title_text=&#8221;blogwp_crab stuffed lobster&#8221; align=&#8221;center&#8221; force_fullwidth=&#8221;on&#8221; admin_label=&#8221;Image&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; custom_margin=&#8221;||||false|false&#8221; z_index_tablet=&#8221;500&#8243; border_width_all=&#8221;1px&#8221; border_color_all=&#8221;#dbdbdb&#8221; locked=&#8221;off&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; src__hover_enabled=&#8221;off|desktop&#8221;][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_cta title=&#8221;10 Amazing Seafood Recipes&#8221; button_url=&#8221;https:\/\/www.omahasteaks.com\/blog\/recipes\/10-amazing-seafood-recipes\/&#8221; button_text=&#8221;Get the Recipes&#8221; admin_label=&#8221;Call To Action&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; header_level=&#8221;h3&#8243; header_text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; header_font_size=&#8221;20px&#8221; body_text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; body_font_size=&#8221;16px&#8221; use_background_color=&#8221;off&#8221; custom_button=&#8221;on&#8221; button_text_color=&#8221;#890419&#8243; button_border_width=&#8221;0px&#8221; button_border_color=&#8221;rgba(0,0,0,0)&#8221; button_border_radius=&#8221;3px&#8221; button_alignment=&#8221;center&#8221; button_custom_margin=&#8221;||0px||false|false&#8221; button_custom_padding=&#8221;||||false|false&#8221; text_orientation=&#8221;justified&#8221; background_layout=&#8221;light&#8221; module_alignment=&#8221;center&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;0px|15px|0px|15px|false|false&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;0px|0px|0px|0px|false|false&#8221; z_index_tablet=&#8221;500&#8243; border_color_all=&#8221;#d1d1d1&#8243; locked=&#8221;off&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>Refresh your dinnertime meals with these delicious and nutritious seafood recipes \u2013 featuring a variety of protein options, these dishes pack a flavor punch that will satisfy your seafood cravings.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_cta][et_pb_divider show_divider=&#8221;off&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.21.2&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_divider][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_3&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.21.2&#8243; background_color=&#8221;#e8e8e8&#8243; custom_padding=&#8221;|||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; custom_padding__hover=&#8221;|||&#8221;][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/www.omahasteaks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Beginners-guide-to-seafood-Blog-1024&#215;576.jpg&#8221; alt=&#8221;Group shot of seafood, including crab legs, lobster, ahi tuna, shrimp, cod and halibut&#8221; title_text=&#8221;Beginners guide to seafood Blog&#8221; align=&#8221;center&#8221; force_fullwidth=&#8221;on&#8221; admin_label=&#8221;Image&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; custom_margin=&#8221;||||false|false&#8221; z_index_tablet=&#8221;500&#8243; border_width_all=&#8221;1px&#8221; border_color_all=&#8221;#dbdbdb&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; src__hover_enabled=&#8221;off|desktop&#8221;][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_cta title=&#8221;Beginner&#8217;s Guide to Seafood&#8221; button_url=&#8221;https:\/\/www.omahasteaks.com\/blog\/beginners-guide-to-seafood\/&#8221; button_text=&#8221;Get the Guide&#8221; admin_label=&#8221;Call To Action&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.0&#8243; header_level=&#8221;h3&#8243; header_text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; header_font_size=&#8221;20px&#8221; body_text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; body_font_size=&#8221;16px&#8221; use_background_color=&#8221;off&#8221; custom_button=&#8221;on&#8221; button_text_color=&#8221;#890419&#8243; button_border_width=&#8221;0px&#8221; button_border_color=&#8221;rgba(0,0,0,0)&#8221; button_border_radius=&#8221;3px&#8221; button_alignment=&#8221;center&#8221; button_custom_margin=&#8221;||0px||false|false&#8221; button_custom_padding=&#8221;||||false|false&#8221; text_orientation=&#8221;left&#8221; background_layout=&#8221;light&#8221; module_alignment=&#8221;center&#8221; custom_margin=&#8221;0px|15px|0px|15px|false|false&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;0px|0px|0px|0px|false|false&#8221; z_index_tablet=&#8221;500&#8243; border_color_all=&#8221;#d1d1d1&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>Seafood isn\u2019t complicated\u2026 when you understand the basics. I know seafood can be intimidating, but this is what you need to know to select and cook seafood with confidence.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_cta][et_pb_divider show_divider=&#8221;off&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.21.2&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_divider][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_divider show_divider=&#8221;off&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_divider][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=&#8221;1_2,1_2&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_2&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/www.omahasteaks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/blogwp_how-to-pan-sear-mahi-mahi-scaled-1.jpg&#8221; alt=&#8221;How to Pan Sear Mahi Mahi&#8221; title_text=&#8221;blogwp_how-to-pan-sear-mahi-mahi-scaled&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=&#8221;1_2&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.3&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_cta title=&#8221;Omaha Steaks Seafood&#8221; button_url=&#8221;https:\/\/www.omahasteaks.com\/buy\/Seafood?SRC=RZ0636&#8243; button_text=&#8221;SHOP NOW&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; use_background_color=&#8221;off&#8221; background_layout=&#8221;light&#8221; locked=&#8221;off&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p>Responsibly sourced and flash frozen day of catch to preserve the quality for the best seafood experience in every bite.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_cta][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Mahi mahi is an exotic, one-of-a-kind fish. It holds a coveted sweetness and mild texture that many seafood lovers crave.[&#8230;..]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":53,"featured_media":7183,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_et_pb_use_builder":"on","_et_pb_old_content":"Mahi mahi is an exotic, one-of-a-kind fish. It boasts a coveted sweetness that subtly transforms on your tongue to the undeniable fish flavor many aficionados crave in fresh seafood. Served with diced citrus or tropical fruits, it culminates in the perfect meal for transporting your table to a private tropical paradise. So how do you cook mahi mahi at home? One of the easiest ways is to saute it in a pan.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><em>About <a href=\"https:\/\/www.omahasteaks.com\/product\/Mahi-Mahi-00000004893?SRC=RZ0638\">World Port Seafood Mahi Mahi:<\/a>\u00a0We hand-select fisheries of the highest quality, making sure they\u2019re certified in sustainable harvesting practices. Not only will you enjoy unparalleled freshness \u2013 preserved through a dedicated freezing process \u2013 but you can also rest easy knowing you\u2019re supporting fisheries that truly care about health of our oceans.<\/em><\/p>\r\n\u00a0\r\n<h3>How to Thaw Fish<\/h3>\r\nWe take pride in preserving your mahi mahi\u2019s ocean-freshness by freezing it moments after catch, and having our butchers carve each steak while the fish is still frozen. Then we individually vacuum-seal each steak for safety and preservation during delivery so you can enjoy the best mahi mahi imaginable right in the comfort of your own home. With such dedicated freezing, naturally, we recommend thawing your mahi mahi steaks in your refrigerator overnight. The gradual thawing is the best method for keeping that freshness intact without damaging any of the steaks delicate cellular structure. Thawing it under cold water is acceptable, too, if you need your steaks quicker. Submerge as many steaks as you wish to cook under water as cold as you can get it, checking the center of the steaks every 30 minutes. Once you don\u2019t feel any frozen spots in the center, your steaks are ready to cook. Learn more about thawing frozen fish\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/blog-content.omahasteaks.com\/thawing\/\">here.<\/a>\r\n\r\n\u00a0\r\n<h3>How to Pan Saute Mahi Mahi<\/h3>\r\nBy now your mahi mahi steaks are thawed, prepped, and ready to cook. Start the process by preheating your skillet of choice to a medium or medium-high heat. With skinless mahi mahi fillets, you want to be extra cautious about flipping so as not to damage the delicate meat. So we recommend adding a dash of oil to the skillet as it preheats. Take care not to let the oil heat to smoking, as overheated oil can alter the taste of whatever you cook.\r\n\r\nOnce your skillet is preheated, place each mahi mahi into your pan and cook for 6-7 minutes, then flip and cook for a final 5-6 minutes.\r\n\r\nRemember, mahi mahi is a marvelously lean fish which is a double-edged sword. It\u2019s nutritious, for sure, but it can very easily dry out due to not having as much fat and moisture within the meat. So keep a close eye when pan searing mahi mahi. You\u2019ll know your mahi mahi has finished cooked because the color will turn opaque throughout. Try serving with lemon slices for a light zing of citrus. Enjoy!\r\n\r\n<h3>Other Ways to Cook Mahi Mahi<\/h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/blog-content.omahasteaks.com\/grill-mahi-mahi\/\">Grilled Mahi Mahi<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/blog-content.omahasteaks.com\/bake-mahi-mahi\/\">Baked Mahi Mahi<\/a><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>","_et_gb_content_width":"","wprm-recipe-roundup-name":"","wprm-recipe-roundup-description":"","_monsterinsights_skip_tracking":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_active":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_note":"","_monsterinsights_sitenote_category":0,"footnotes":""},"categories":[3,5470,5469,5496,5506],"tags":[1161,1485,1995],"ppma_author":[8165],"class_list":["post-2116","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-recipes","category-cooking-tips","category-cooking-methods","category-seafood-cooking-tips","category-pan-sear","tag-recipes","tag-seafood","tag-mahi-mahi"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO Premium plugin v26.2 (Yoast SEO v27.4) - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-premium-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>How to Pan Sear Mahi Mahi<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Learn how to perfectly season and pan sear mahi mahi fish fillets with our easy step-by-step cooking guide.\" \/>\n<meta name=\"robots\" content=\"index, follow, max-snippet:-1, max-image-preview:large, max-video-preview:-1\" \/>\n<link rel=\"canonical\" href=\"https:\/\/www.omahasteaks.com\/blog\/recipes\/pan-sear-mahi-mahi\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:locale\" content=\"en_US\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:type\" content=\"article\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:title\" content=\"How to Pan Sear Mahi Mahi\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:description\" content=\"Learn how to perfectly season and pan sear mahi mahi fish fillets with our easy step-by-step cooking guide.\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:url\" content=\"https:\/\/www.omahasteaks.com\/blog\/recipes\/pan-sear-mahi-mahi\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:site_name\" content=\"Omaha Steaks\" \/>\n<meta property=\"article:publisher\" content=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/omahasteaks\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"article:published_time\" content=\"2018-01-14T00:00:00+00:00\" \/>\n<meta property=\"article:modified_time\" content=\"2025-06-20T15:37:34+00:00\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:image\" content=\"https:\/\/blog-content.omahasteaks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/blogwp_how-to-pan-sear-mahi-mahi-scaled-1.jpg\" \/>\n\t<meta property=\"og:image:width\" content=\"2880\" \/>\n\t<meta property=\"og:image:height\" content=\"1620\" \/>\n\t<meta property=\"og:image:type\" content=\"image\/jpeg\" \/>\n<meta name=\"author\" content=\"Omaha Steaks\" \/>\n<meta name=\"twitter:card\" content=\"summary_large_image\" \/>\n<meta name=\"twitter:creator\" content=\"@OmahaSteaks\" \/>\n<meta name=\"twitter:site\" content=\"@OmahaSteaks\" \/>\n<meta name=\"twitter:label1\" content=\"Written by\" \/>\n\t<meta name=\"twitter:data1\" content=\"Omaha Steaks\" \/>\n\t<meta name=\"twitter:label2\" content=\"Est. reading time\" \/>\n\t<meta name=\"twitter:data2\" content=\"5 minutes\" \/>\n<!-- \/ Yoast SEO Premium plugin. -->","yoast_head_json":{"title":"How to Pan Sear Mahi Mahi","description":"Learn how to perfectly season and pan sear mahi mahi fish fillets with our easy step-by-step cooking guide.","robots":{"index":"index","follow":"follow","max-snippet":"max-snippet:-1","max-image-preview":"max-image-preview:large","max-video-preview":"max-video-preview:-1"},"canonical":"https:\/\/www.omahasteaks.com\/blog\/recipes\/pan-sear-mahi-mahi\/","og_locale":"en_US","og_type":"article","og_title":"How to Pan Sear Mahi Mahi","og_description":"Learn how to perfectly season and pan sear mahi mahi fish fillets with our easy step-by-step cooking guide.","og_url":"https:\/\/www.omahasteaks.com\/blog\/recipes\/pan-sear-mahi-mahi\/","og_site_name":"Omaha Steaks","article_publisher":"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/omahasteaks\/","article_published_time":"2018-01-14T00:00:00+00:00","article_modified_time":"2025-06-20T15:37:34+00:00","og_image":[{"width":2880,"height":1620,"url":"https:\/\/blog-content.omahasteaks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/blogwp_how-to-pan-sear-mahi-mahi-scaled-1.jpg","type":"image\/jpeg"}],"author":"Omaha Steaks","twitter_card":"summary_large_image","twitter_creator":"@OmahaSteaks","twitter_site":"@OmahaSteaks","twitter_misc":{"Written by":"Omaha Steaks","Est. reading time":"5 minutes"},"schema":{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org","@graph":[{"@type":"Article","@id":"https:\/\/www.omahasteaks.com\/blog\/recipes\/pan-sear-mahi-mahi\/#article","isPartOf":{"@id":"https:\/\/www.omahasteaks.com\/blog\/recipes\/pan-sear-mahi-mahi\/"},"author":{"name":"Omaha Steaks","@id":"https:\/\/www.omahasteaks.com\/blog\/#\/schema\/person\/55955058daf035e06f5214f4e3501a21"},"headline":"How to Pan Sear Mahi Mahi","datePublished":"2018-01-14T00:00:00+00:00","dateModified":"2025-06-20T15:37:34+00:00","mainEntityOfPage":{"@id":"https:\/\/www.omahasteaks.com\/blog\/recipes\/pan-sear-mahi-mahi\/"},"wordCount":1627,"commentCount":0,"publisher":{"@id":"https:\/\/www.omahasteaks.com\/blog\/#organization"},"image":{"@id":"https:\/\/www.omahasteaks.com\/blog\/recipes\/pan-sear-mahi-mahi\/#primaryimage"},"thumbnailUrl":"https:\/\/blog-content.omahasteaks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/blogwp_how-to-pan-sear-mahi-mahi-scaled-1.jpg","keywords":["Recipes","seafood","mahi mahi"],"articleSection":["Recipes","Cooking Tips","Cooking Methods","Seafood Cooking Tips","Pan Sear"],"inLanguage":"en-US","potentialAction":[{"@type":"CommentAction","name":"Comment","target":["https:\/\/www.omahasteaks.com\/blog\/recipes\/pan-sear-mahi-mahi\/#respond"]}]},{"@type":"WebPage","@id":"https:\/\/www.omahasteaks.com\/blog\/recipes\/pan-sear-mahi-mahi\/","url":"https:\/\/www.omahasteaks.com\/blog\/recipes\/pan-sear-mahi-mahi\/","name":"How to Pan Sear Mahi Mahi","isPartOf":{"@id":"https:\/\/www.omahasteaks.com\/blog\/#website"},"primaryImageOfPage":{"@id":"https:\/\/www.omahasteaks.com\/blog\/recipes\/pan-sear-mahi-mahi\/#primaryimage"},"image":{"@id":"https:\/\/www.omahasteaks.com\/blog\/recipes\/pan-sear-mahi-mahi\/#primaryimage"},"thumbnailUrl":"https:\/\/blog-content.omahasteaks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/blogwp_how-to-pan-sear-mahi-mahi-scaled-1.jpg","datePublished":"2018-01-14T00:00:00+00:00","dateModified":"2025-06-20T15:37:34+00:00","description":"Learn how to perfectly season and pan sear mahi mahi fish fillets with our easy step-by-step cooking guide.","inLanguage":"en-US","potentialAction":[{"@type":"ReadAction","target":["https:\/\/www.omahasteaks.com\/blog\/recipes\/pan-sear-mahi-mahi\/"]}]},{"@type":"ImageObject","inLanguage":"en-US","@id":"https:\/\/www.omahasteaks.com\/blog\/recipes\/pan-sear-mahi-mahi\/#primaryimage","url":"https:\/\/blog-content.omahasteaks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/blogwp_how-to-pan-sear-mahi-mahi-scaled-1.jpg","contentUrl":"https:\/\/blog-content.omahasteaks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/blogwp_how-to-pan-sear-mahi-mahi-scaled-1.jpg","width":2880,"height":1620},{"@type":"WebSite","@id":"https:\/\/www.omahasteaks.com\/blog\/#website","url":"https:\/\/www.omahasteaks.com\/blog\/","name":"Omaha Steaks Blog","description":"Recipes, Tips, and so much more","publisher":{"@id":"https:\/\/www.omahasteaks.com\/blog\/#organization"},"alternateName":"OS Blog","potentialAction":[{"@type":"SearchAction","target":{"@type":"EntryPoint","urlTemplate":"https:\/\/www.omahasteaks.com\/blog\/?s={search_term_string}"},"query-input":{"@type":"PropertyValueSpecification","valueRequired":true,"valueName":"search_term_string"}}],"inLanguage":"en-US"},{"@type":"Organization","@id":"https:\/\/www.omahasteaks.com\/blog\/#organization","name":"Omaha Steaks","url":"https:\/\/www.omahasteaks.com\/blog\/","logo":{"@type":"ImageObject","inLanguage":"en-US","@id":"https:\/\/www.omahasteaks.com\/blog\/#\/schema\/logo\/image\/","url":"https:\/\/blog-content.omahasteaks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/omaha_steaks_profile.jpg","contentUrl":"https:\/\/blog-content.omahasteaks.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/omaha_steaks_profile.jpg","width":900,"height":900,"caption":"Omaha Steaks"},"image":{"@id":"https:\/\/www.omahasteaks.com\/blog\/#\/schema\/logo\/image\/"},"sameAs":["https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/omahasteaks\/","https:\/\/x.com\/OmahaSteaks","https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/omahasteaks\/","https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/company\/omahasteaks\/","https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/omahasteaks\/","https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/channel\/UC1yuckhRYqInxLkV8NbHBfQ","https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Omaha_Steaks","https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/@omahasteaks?lang=en"],"description":"Omaha Steaks is America\u2019s Original Butcher, delivering premium steaks, butcher-crafted burgers, air-chilled chicken, heritage pork, seafood, sides, desserts, and more\u2014expertly curated and flash-frozen for quality, flavor, and convenience. Whether you're entertaining, stocking up, or sending a gift, you can count on restaurant-quality meals delivered right to your door\u2014backed by our 100% satisfaction guarantee. Shop when you want or subscribe to always have Omaha Steaks on hand."},{"@type":"Person","@id":"https:\/\/www.omahasteaks.com\/blog\/#\/schema\/person\/55955058daf035e06f5214f4e3501a21","name":"Omaha Steaks","image":{"@type":"ImageObject","inLanguage":"en-US","@id":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/7fc4017c158b6a8e20157a0eeaa87e9e2f970d7b645039aa70aa02d35edd2424?s=96&d=mm&r=ge6909fc4d2648876deddab555ef962be","url":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/7fc4017c158b6a8e20157a0eeaa87e9e2f970d7b645039aa70aa02d35edd2424?s=96&d=mm&r=g","contentUrl":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/7fc4017c158b6a8e20157a0eeaa87e9e2f970d7b645039aa70aa02d35edd2424?s=96&d=mm&r=g","caption":"Omaha Steaks"},"description":"Family owned and born and bred right here in the heartland, we\u2019ve been America\u2019s Original Butcher since 1917. Our expansive lineup of gourmet foods is expertly curated and flash-frozen for unrivaled quality, unbelievable flavor, and unmatched convenience \u2013 and it\u2019s all backed by our 100% satisfaction guarantee! We deliver premium steaks, butcher-crafted burgers, air-chilled chicken, heritage breed pork, ocean-fresh seafood, sides, desserts, and more straight to your door \u2013 and original recipes, food-related educational material, and chef-approved tips straight to your screen.","sameAs":["https:\/\/www.coupleinthekitchen.com\/"],"jobTitle":"Steak Compnay","url":"https:\/\/www.omahasteaks.com\/blog\/author\/omahasteaksauthor\/"}]}},"authors":[{"term_id":8165,"user_id":53,"is_guest":0,"slug":"omahasteaksauthor","display_name":"Omaha Steaks","avatar_url":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/7fc4017c158b6a8e20157a0eeaa87e9e2f970d7b645039aa70aa02d35edd2424?s=96&d=mm&r=g","1":"","2":"","3":"","4":"","5":"","6":"","7":"","8":""}],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.omahasteaks.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2116","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.omahasteaks.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.omahasteaks.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.omahasteaks.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/53"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.omahasteaks.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=2116"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.omahasteaks.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2116\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.omahasteaks.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/7183"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.omahasteaks.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=2116"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.omahasteaks.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=2116"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.omahasteaks.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=2116"},{"taxonomy":"author","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.omahasteaks.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/ppma_author?post=2116"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}