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Mahi-Mahi with Lemon Caper Butter
and Parmesan risotto
Prep & Cook Time: 15-20 min.
Spice Level: Not Spicy
Cook Within: 3 days
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Contains: Fish (Mahi Mahi), Milk
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Under %{max_calories} caloriesPescatarianOver 30g protein
- Gluten-Smart
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Chef
Laura Alpern
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In Your Box (serves 2)
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- 8 oz. Cooked White Rice
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- 3 oz. Peas
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- ½ oz. Capers
- 2 tsp. Mirepoix Broth Concentrate
- 2 tsp. Minced Garlic and Parsley
- 0.14 oz. Lemon Juice
Due to our just-in-time sourcing model, we may have to send you a substitute ingredient. Not to worry! We make sure every ingredient sent to you meets our high quality standards. We’ll keep you informed should a switch occur, so please check the ingredient labels in your meal bag.
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Nutrition (per serving) Gqn1kVPW
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Calories570
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Carbohydrates40g
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Net Carbs36g
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Fat24g
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Protein43g
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Sodium1590mg
Recipe Steps
You Will Need
- Olive Oil
- Salt
- Pepper
- 1 Medium Non-Stick Pan
- 1 Medium Pot
- 1 Mixing Bowl
Before You Cook
Cooking Guidelines
To ensure food safety, the FDA recommends the following as minimum internal cooking temperatures:
- Steak and Pork 145° F (rest cooked meat, 3 minutes) |
- Seafood 145° F |
- Chicken 165° F |
- Ground Beef 160° F |
- Ground Turkey 165° F |
- Ground Pork 160° F
Customize It Instructions
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If using antibiotic free chicken breasts, pat dry. Cook until chicken reaches minimum internal temperature, 5-7 minutes per side.
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If using filets mignon, pat dry. Cook until steak reaches desired doneness, or 4-6 minutes per side for medium/medium-well. Rest, 3 minutes. Steak thickness can vary; if you receive a thinner steak, we recommend checking for doneness sooner.
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If using salmon, pat dry. Add salmon, skin-side up first, and cook until salmon reaches minimum internal temperature, 4-6 minutes per side.
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1 Cook the Mahi-Mahi
Pat mahi-mahi dry. Halve any larger pieces to match smaller pieces. Season all over with 1/4 tsp. salt and a pinch of pepper.
Place a medium non-stick pan over medium heat and add 1 tsp. olive oil.Add mahi-mahi to hot pan. Cook until mahi-mahi reaches a minimum internal temperature of 145 degrees, 3-4 minutes per side.Fish thickness can vary; if you receive a thinner fillet, we recommend checking for doneness sooner.Remove from burner.While mahi-mahi cooks, continue recipe. -
2 Start the Risotto
Carefully massage rice in bag to break up any clumps. Remove rice from packaging. Set aside.
Place a medium pot over medium heat and add 1 tsp. olive oil.Add minced garlic and parsley to hot pot. Stir often until fragrant, 30-60 seconds.Add cream base, mirepoix base, 1/3 cup water, and rice. Stir often until combined and water is almost completely evaporated, 3-4 minutes. -
3 Finish the Risotto
Add cheese, peas, 1/4 tsp. salt, and a pinch of pepper to hot pot with risotto. Stir occasionally until combined and slightly thickened, 2-3 minutes.
If too thick, add additional water, 1 Tbsp. at a time, until desired consistency is reached.Remove from burner.While risotto cooks, continue recipe. -
4 Make Lemon Caper Butter and Finish Dish
Coarsely chop capers.
In a mixing bowl, combine softened butter, chopped capers, and lemon juice. Set aside.Plate dish as pictured on front of card, topping mahi-mahi with lemon caper butter. Bon appétit!
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