Pat mahi fillets dry with paper towels
Season with salt, pepper, and optional garlic powder or paprika
Heat a skillet over medium-high heat with oil or butter
Place fillets in the hot skillet
Cook 3 to 4 minutes on the first side
Flip carefully
Cook 2 to 4 minutes on the second side until opaque and flaky
Remove from heat
Serve immediately with lemon or your preferred sauce