Citrus Blackened Mahi Mahi with Southern Grits

The marriage of flavors and textures in this dish is nothing short of sensational, offering a symphony of taste sensations with every bite.

Mahi Mahi Marinade Ingredients:

• 3 tbsp. Olive Amelia Blood Orange Olive Oil
• 3 tbsp. Cara-Cara Orange & Vanilla White Balsamic Vinegar - Olive Amelia
• 1/4 cup SALT Sisters Caribbean Jerk Rub & Seasoning 
• Pinch of Pepper 
• 8 Mahi Mahi filets 

Mahi Mahi Marinade Directions: 

1. Place the Mahi Mahi in a large bowl.  
2. Pour the marinade over the fish and coat evenly.  
3. Cover and place into the fridge for 30 minutes to an hour.

Mahi Mahi Cooking: 

1. Preheat a large cast iron pan over medium-low heat.  
2. Cover the entire pan with a light layer of the Olive Amelia Blood Orange Olive Oil and your choice of avocado oil or coconut oil. 
3. Once the oil is heated, place the fish into the pan.  Do not overcrowd the pan. 
4. Cook each side for 4-5 minutes or until a crust has formed on the outside and the fish is cooked throughout. 
5. Move the fish to a towel-lined plate to remove excess oil.
    

Southern Grits Ingredients: 

• 1 cup Stone Ground Grits 
• 2 cups Water 
• 2 cups Milk 
• 2 tbsp. Olive Amelia Blood Orange Olive Oil 
• 1 tbsp. SALT Sisters Caribbean Jerk Rub & Seasoning
• 1 1/2 tsp. Sea Salt 
• 1/2 cup Grateful Hill Farm Orange Blossom Special Goat Cheese

Directions: 

1. In a pot, add the grits, water, milk, Olive Amelia Blood Orange Olive Oil, Caribbean Jerk Rub & Seasoning, and sea salt.   
2. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring frequently.   Once at a boil, bring the heat to low and continue to stir often.   
3. Cook for 15 - 18 minutes. 
4. Remove from heat, once the grits have a nice thick consistency. 
5. Add in the Grateful Hill Farm Orange Blossom Special Goat Cheese and stir until combined. 

Plate the fish and grits and enjoy this delicious southern meal with a twist!