Meal Kit
Culinary Collection
Fried Mahi-Mahi and Lemon Garlic Aioli
with cheesy broccoli orzo
Prep & Cook Time: 50-60 min.
Spice Level: Not Spicy
Cook Within: 3 days

Contains: Fish (Mahi Mahi), Milk, Eggs, Wheat

Chef
Nigel Palmer
In Your Box (serves 2)
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- 8 oz. Broccoli Florets
- 6 fl. oz. Canola Oil
- 1 Lemon
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- 2 Garlic Cloves
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Nutrition (per serving)
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Calories910
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Carbohydrates67g
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Net Carbs62g
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Fat50g
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Protein51g
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Sodium1460mg
Recipe Steps
You Will Need
- Olive Oil
- Salt
- Pepper
- 1 Medium Non-Stick Pan
- 1 Medium Pot
- 2 Mixing Bowls
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
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1 Prepare the Ingredients
Cut broccoli into bite-sized pieces, if necessary.
Halve lemon lengthwise. Cut one half into wedges and juice the other half.Mince garlic.Combine tempura mix and 5 Tbsp. water in a mixing bowl. Set aside.Halve mahi-mahi and pat dry. -
2 Cook the Orzo and Broccoli
Once water is boiling, add orzo and cook, 3 minutes.
Add broccoli and cook until broccoli is tender and orzo is al dente, 3-4 minutes.Reserve 1 cup pasta cooking water. Drain broccoli and orzo in a wire-mesh strainer and set aside. Reserve pot; no need to wipe clean. -
3 Make Aioli and Heat Oil
Place a medium non-stick pan over medium heat and add 1 tsp. olive oil. Add garlic and stir constantly until aromatic, 30-60 seconds.
Transfer garlic to another mixing bowl. Add mayonnaise and 2 tsp. lemon juice to bowl with garlic and stir to combine. Set aside.Wipe pan clean and return to medium heat. Add canola oil and let heat, 3-4 minutes. -
4 Cook the Mahi-Mahi
While oil heats, line a plate with a paper towel.
Place mahi-mahi pieces in tempura-water mixture and flip gently until completely coated.Test oil temperature by adding a pinch of tempura mixture to it. It should sizzle gently. If it browns immediately, turn heat down and let oil cool. If it doesn't brown, increase heat.Carefully, add mahi-mahi to hot oil. Cook until browned, crispy, and mahi-mahi reaches a minimum internal temperature of 145 degrees, 3-4 minutes per side.Remove mahi-mahi to towel-lined plate. Season with a pinch of salt. -
5 Finish Orzo and Finish Dish
Return pot used to cook orzo to medium-high heat. Add half the pasta cooking water and cream cheese to hot pot. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly until smooth.
Once boiling, add orzo, broccoli, cheddar cheese, 1/4 tsp. salt, and a pinch of pepper. Stir until combined. Remove from burner.Plate dish as pictured on front of card, topping mahi-mahi with aioli. Squeeze lemon wedges over meal to taste. Bon appétit!
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