Executive chef Joe Brown of Jaffa at the Oval, uses chia seeds with his Mahi-Mahi. This has many health benefits. Using them as a crust is not only artistic, but they boast of incredible antioxidants and fibre, which makes it a winning combination.

We are using Ocean Delight’s 8oz Mahi-Mahi Portion

Ingredients

Mahi Mahi

• 1 8oz. Mahi Mahi Portion
• 1 tsp. green seasoning
• 1 oz. olive oil
• 1 oz. chia seeds
• 1 cup finely sliced carrot, zucchini, pumpkin, onion & patchoi
• Salt & black pepper

Parsley Butter Sauce:

• 2 oz. butter
• 1 oz. dry white wine
• ½ cup heavy cream
• Chopped parsley
• Salt & black pepper to taste

Directions

Mahi Mahi

1. Season Mahi Mahi.
2. Heat oil and pan sear to golden brown colour on both sides.
3. Remove from pan, place on a baking tray, sprinkle with Chia seed.
4. Finish cooking in oven at 350°F for five minutes.

Sauce

1. Deglaze fish pan with butter, whisk in white wine and heavy cream; reduce and season to taste.
2. Whisk in chopped parsley. In a clean non-stick pan, heat oil and quickly stir fry fresh vegetables.
3. To Serve: Spoon sauce on to plate, place Mahi Mahi on sauce and top with fine vegetables.