mahimahi with potato risotto and mixed peppercorn

(1 rating)
Recipe by
Vicki Butts (lazyme)
Grapeview, WA

This recipe is from the RSVP section of Bon Appetit magazine from the Zenith American Grill, Denver, CO. It is really good, and other seafood, such as swordfish can be substituted.

(1 rating)
yield 2 serving(s)
prep time 15 Min
cook time 20 Min
method Stove Top

Ingredients For mahimahi with potato risotto and mixed peppercorn

  • RISOTTO:
  • 2 md
    russet potatoes, peeled, 1/4-inch dice
  • 2 c
    chicken stock
  • 2 Tbsp
    dry white wine
  • 1 clove
    garlic, minced
  • 1/2 c
    parmesan cheese, freshly grated
  • 2 Tbsp
    butter
  • FISH:
  • 2 tsp
    olive oil
  • 12 oz
    mahi mahi filets, 1-inch thick
  • 1 1/2 tsp
    four-peppercorn mix, crushed
  • Tbsp
    brandy
  • 1/2 c
    chicken stock
  • 1/3 c
    whipping cream
  • 1 Tbsp
    butter

How To Make mahimahi with potato risotto and mixed peppercorn

  • 1
    For RISOTTO: Combine potatoes, stock, wine and garlic in medium nonstick skillet over high heat. Boil until almost all liquid evaporates and potatoes are tender, stirring occasionally, about 12 minutes. Mix in Parmesan cheese and butter. Season with salt and pepper. (Can be made 2 hours ahead. Let stand at room temperature).
  • 2
    FOR FISH: Preheat oven to 350ºF. Heat oil in large ovenproof skillet over medium heat. Season fish on both sides with salt and half of peppercorns. Add to skillet; cook 5 minutes per side. Transfer skillet to oven and bake fish until cooked through, about 5 minutes.
  • 3
    Transfer fish to plate. Tent with foil to keep warm. Place same skillet over medium heat. Add brandy and boil 30 seconds, (mixture may ignite). Add stock, cream and remaining crushed peppercorns and boil until reduced to 1cup, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat and whisk in 1 Tablespoon butter. Season to taste with salt.
  • 4
    Meanwhile, rewarm risotto over low heat. Divide between 2 plates. Top with fish and spoon sauce over.

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