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Braised Cocoa Mahi Mahi with Mango Salsa

By Soraya Salgadoe

A delicate, mild, and sweet Mahi Mahi makes a great match for the bold flavors of cocoa.

Serves: 4

Fish and Cocoa? Who would've thought.

This bold flavor combination is a fun and approachable way to elevate your fish dishes and impress your guests. 

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Ingredients

    • 3 tbsp cocoa powder
    • 1/2 to 1 tsp ground cayenne pepper
    • 1/2 tsp ground allspice 
    • 1/2 tsp ground cardamom
    • 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon 
    • 1/2 tsp ground cloves
    • Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
    • 1 1/2 to 2 pounds Mahi Mahi, cut into filets
    • 2 tbsp coconut oil or clarified butter
    • 1-13.5 oz can coconut milk
    • 1 red onion, sliced,
    • 2 tbsp chopped ginger
    • 1 medium orange, sliced
    • 10 sprigs fresh thyme
    • 1 bunch fresh cilantro 
    • 2 large mangos, cut into cubes
    • 1 large tomato, diced
    • Cooked rice, for serving 

Instructions

Step 1

Mix Spices: In a small bowl, combine the cocoa powder, ground cayenne pepper, allspice, cardamom, cinnamon, and cloves. Set aside.

Step 2

Prepare Fish: Rinse the Mahi Mahi filets, pat them dry with paper towels, and season both sides with kosher salt.

Step 3

Cook Spices: Place a large pan over medium heat and add coconut oil or butter. Add the spices and cook for 1-2 minutes, until fragrant and slightly darkened.

Step 4

Add Coconut Milk: Stir in the coconut milk until well combined with the toasted spices. Add the red onion, ginger, orange slices, and thyme. Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for 5 to 7 minutes.

Step 5

Cook Fish: Add the fish filets to the pan and spoon the sauce on top. Cover with a lid and cook for 7-10 minutes, depending on the thickness of your filets, until the fish is flaky and white in the middle.

Step 6

Finish and Serve: Remove the pan from heat. Season with additional salt and pepper if needed, and top with fresh cilantro and orange slices.

Step 7

Prepare Mango Salsa: In a separate bowl, combine mango, red onion, tomato, cilantro, and lemon juice. Season with salt and mix well.

Step 8

Serve: Serve the Cocoa Mahi Mahi with cooked rice and mango salsa.
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