Mahimahi with Garlic-Yogurt Potatoes and Almond-Orange Pesto

Name: Mahimahi with Garlic-Yogurt Potatoes and Almond-Orange Pesto
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 1 tsp. mild smoked paprika; 3/4 tsp. ground coriander; 2 1/2 tsp. kosher salt; 1/2 c. extra-virgin olive oil; 4 fillets mahimahi or wahoo or Alaskan halibut (about 5 ounces each); 1/2 c. slivered almonds; 1 medium head garlic; 3 large russet potatoes (about 1 1/2 pounds); 1 c. 2 percent Greek yogurt; 1 1/2 tsp. grated orange zest

Published: Jan 1, 2008

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Garlic-yogurt mashed potatoes and almond-orange pesto accompany a juicy fillet of marinated, grilled mahimahi. This tropical and subtropical fish grows and reproduces quickly, making it resilient to the effects of overfishing.

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Ingredients

1 tsp. mild smoked paprika
3/4 tsp. ground coriander
2 1/2 tsp. kosher salt
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
4 fillets mahimahi or wahoo or Alaskan halibut (about 5 ounces each)
1/2 cup slivered almonds
1 medium head garlic
3 large russet potatoes (about 1 1/2 pounds)
1 cup 2 percent Greek yogurt
1 1/2 tsp. grated orange zest

Directions

1. Step 1In a medium bowl, stir together paprika, coriander, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1 tablespoon olive oil. With paper towels, pat fish dry. Add to marinade; toss to coat. Cover bowl; refrigerate 15 minutes or up to 2 hours.
2. Step 2Meanwhile, preheat oven to 350 degrees. Spread almonds on a sheet pan and toast in oven about 9 minutes, turning once, until fragrant and golden. Set aside to cool.
3. Step 3Place garlic and 2 cups cold water in a large saucepan. Bring to a boil over high heat; strain, discarding water. Repeat. Return garlic to pan; add potatoes, 1 tsp. salt, and enough cold water to cover. Bring to a simmer over medium-high heat and cook about 12 minutes, or until potatoes can be easily pierced with a knife. Drain off cooking liquid, reserving 1/2 cup. Return potato mixture to saucepan; add yogurt and 1 tsp. salt. Using a potato masher, mash until creamy, adding 1/4 cup olive oil and reserved cooking water by tablespoonfuls. Whisk until fluffy and smooth (take care not to overwork). Adjust seasoning to taste.
4. Step 4Preheat grill to high heat. Grill fish about 1 minute per side. Lower heat to medium and grill 3 to 5 minutes per side, or until fish flakes easily with a fork. Alternatively, preheat broiler; position top rack 5 inches from heat. Place fish on foil-lined pan; cook 7 to 10 minutes.
5. Step 5Meanwhile, in a food processor, grind almonds to a coarse meal. Add orange zest, 2 tablespoons olive oil, and 1/4 teaspoon salt; pulse to combine. If necessary, add a bit more olive oil until a smooth, nearly pesto-like texture is achieved.
6. Step 6To serve, spoon mashed potatoes onto the centers of 4 dinner plates. Top with grilled fish and a drizzle of almond pesto.