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Ingredients
- 2 lbs mahi mahi fillets (can substitute any other firm, white fleshed fish)
- 1/4 t paprika or cayenne
- 1/4 t turmeric
- 1 t salt
- 1 T fresh lime juice (lemon is ok too)
- 3 1/2 T vegetable oil, divided
- 2 medium onions, finely diced
- 1 heaping T minced garlic
- 1 t mustard seeds
- 1/2 T coarsely crushed mustard seeds
- 1 heaping cup chopped fresh tomatoes
- 1 t ground coriander
- 1 t ground cumin
- 1/4 t turmeric
- 1/4 t paprika or cayenne
- 1/2 t ground cinnamon
- 1/4 t ground cloves
- 1/4 t ground cardamom
- 3 T chopped cilantro
- salt to taste
- 1/2 plain greek yogurt, low fat or whole fat
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Recipe | %DV |
|---|---|
| Recipe Size 1425g | |
| Calories 1143 | |
| Calories from Fat 255 | 22% |
| Total Fat 28.95g | 36% |
| Saturated Fat 5.62g | 22% |
| Trans Fat 0.41g | |
| Cholesterol 677mg | 226% |
| Sodium 3200mg | 133% |
| Potassium 4811mg | 137% |
| Total Carbs 38.13g | 10% |
| Dietary Fiber 8.8g | 29% |
| Sugars 18.68g | 12% |
| Protein 177.79g | 284% |
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