Best Grilled Mahi Mahi With Mojito Marinade Recipes

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THE BEST MAHI-MAHI



The Best Mahi-Mahi image

With a firm flesh and mild taste, mahi-mahi (aka dorado) is ideal for intense cooking and lots of bold flavor. Here we brush mahi-mahi fillets with a spicy-sweet glaze made with pineapple juice, soy sauce, ginger and red pepper flakes. The fillets hold up well and are easy to flip on a hot grill, which ensures that the glaze becomes sticky and slightly charred, while locking in moisture so the fish is tender and succulent. A quick salsa of grilled pineapple, charred scallions and fresh mint and cilantro is spooned on top as a nod to the mahi-mahi's native tropical waters. You can practically feel the warm breeze off the ocean in every bite!

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

Vegetable oil, for brushing
One 20-ounce can pineapple rings, drained, juice reserved for the glaze
4 scallions
Juice of 2 limes
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 cup cilantro leaves, finely chopped
1/4 cup mint leaves, finely chopped
1 tablespoon soy sauce or tamari
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
2 cloves garlic, smashed
1 scallion, cut lengthwise in thirds
One 1-inch piece ginger, peeled and smashed
Juice of 1 lime
Four 8-ounce filets mahi-mahi
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • For the salsa: Prepare a grill or grill pan for medium heat. When hot, brush generously with vegetable oil.
  • Grill the pineapple rings and scallions (working in batches if using a grill pan), flipping the scallions often, until tender and charred, 3 to 5 minutes total and flipping the pineapple once, until nicely charred, about 5 minutes on each side. Let cool on a cutting board then dice. Toss to combine with the lime juice and salt in a medium bowl. Set aside. (The cilantro and mint will be added just before serving.)
  • For the mahi-mahi: Combine the soy sauce, red pepper flakes, garlic, scallion, ginger, lime juice and reserved pineapple juice in a small saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a simmer and cook until reduced by half, syrupy and thick, about 6 minutes.
  • Pat the mahi-mahi dry with paper towels and generously brush the tops of the fish with the glaze; season with a good pinch each of salt and pepper. Grill glaze-side down, undisturbed, until nicely charred, about 5 minutes. Brush the tops of the fish with glaze and season with another pinch each of salt and pepper. Flip and grill, undisturbed, until the fish is cooked through, 3 to 5 minutes. Brush the tops with more glaze.
  • Divide the fish among plates. Fold the cilantro and mint into the pineapple salsa, then spoon it over the fish. Serve immediately.

GRILLED MAHI-MAHI WITH MOJO



Grilled Mahi-Mahi with Mojo image

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 17m

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cloves garlic, chopped
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus extra for brushing
1/4 cup freshly squeezed lime juice (about 2 limes)
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro leaves plus 2 sprigs for garnish
Two 5- to 6-ounce mahi-mahi fillets
Extra-virgin olive oil
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Mixed greens, for serving

Steps:

  • Put the garlic and olive in a small microwave-safe bowl, cover with plastic, and microwave on HIGH until the garlic is soft and aromatic, 1 to 2 minutes. (Alternatively, heat the oil and garlic in a small saucepan over medium heat until the garlic is softened.) Stir in the lime juice, cilantro leaves, and salt. Set aside until ready to serve.
  • Prepare an outdoor grill to medium high heat. Brush the fillets all over with olive oil and season generously with salt and pepper. Lay the fish on the grill, rounded-side down, and leave it until you can lift the fish without it sticking to the grill and there are distinct grill marks, about 5 minutes. (Test it by gently lifting a corner--if it sticks, cook it a bit longer and try again). Carefully turn the fish over and cook until firm to the touch, about another 5 minutes.
  • Place a bed of greens on 2 plates. Divide the fish between the plates and brush with some of the mojo. Garnish with cilantro sprigs and serve with the sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 253 calorie, Fat 15 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Carbohydrate 4 grams, Fiber 0.5 grams

LIME-MARINATED MAHI MAHI



Lime-Marinated Mahi Mahi image

You can substitute a lighter olive oil for the extra-virgin olive oil. Serve over rice.

Provided by ErikaTC

Categories     Seafood     Fish     Mahi Mahi

Time 35m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 9

¾ cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 clove garlic, minced
⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper
½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 pinch salt
2 tablespoons lime juice
⅛ teaspoon grated lime zest
2 (4 ounce) mahi mahi fillets
2 twists lime zest

Steps:

  • Preheat an outdoor grill for medium heat, and lightly oil the grate.
  • Whisk the extra-virgin olive oil, minced garlic, black pepper, cayenne pepper, salt, lime juice, and grated lime zest together in a bowl to make the marinade.
  • Place the mahi mahi fillets in the marinade and turn to coat; allow to marinate at least 15 minutes.
  • Cook on the preheated grill until the fish flakes easily with a fork and is lightly browned, 3 to 4 minutes per side.
  • Garnish with the twists of lime zest to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 860 calories, Carbohydrate 2.5 g, Cholesterol 81.8 mg, Fat 84.9 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 21 g, SaturatedFat 12 g, Sodium 99.4 mg, Sugar 0.4 g

EASY GRILLED MAHI MAHI



Easy Grilled Mahi Mahi image

Pair with a glass of Vinho Verde Estreia. Perfect for summer, grilling season, and 4th of July!

Provided by Kim

Categories     Seafood     Fish     Mahi Mahi

Time 15m

Yield 3

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon ground cumin
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon onion powder
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 pinch cayenne pepper
3 (4 ounce) fillets wild-caught skin-on mahi-mahi fillets
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons lemon juice

Steps:

  • Preheat a gas grill for medium-high heat (450 degrees F (230 degrees C)) and lightly oil the grate.
  • Combine the paprika, oregano, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, and cayenne in a small bowl. Brush mahi mahi fillets with olive oil on both sides and season with the spice mixture.
  • Grill on the hot grill until golden, 4 to 5 minutes per side. Drizzle with lemon juice and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 226.8 calories, Carbohydrate 2.7 g, Cholesterol 82.1 mg, Fat 14.6 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 21.2 g, SaturatedFat 2.1 g, Sodium 488.6 mg, Sugar 0.6 g

GRILLED MAHI MAHI WITH MOJITO MARINADE



Grilled Mahi Mahi With Mojito Marinade image

My mint is growing like wildfire, and this sounds like a good way to use some. Don't marinate the fish for more than 30 min. or the lime juice with begin to break it down.

Provided by SkinnyMinnie

Categories     Halibut

Time 50m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 1/2 teaspoons garlic, minced
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup golden rum
1/4 cup lime juice
1/4 cup of fresh mint, chopped
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
2 serrano chilies, minced
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons honey
1 1/2 teaspoons lime zest
3/4 teaspoon ground cumin
6 (6 ounce) mahi mahi fillets

Steps:

  • In a small bowl or mortar, mash the garlic and salt to form a paste using a fork or a pestal.
  • Place the paste in a gallon sized ziptop bag.
  • Add the rum, lime juice, mint, cilantro, chiles, oil, honey, zest, and cumin and squeeze to combine.
  • When well mixed, add the fish and turn and rub to distribute the marinade evenly over fish.
  • Refrigerate for 30 minute.
  • Meanwhile heat grill to medium heat.
  • Grill for 8-10 min or until fish just begins to flake, turning once and spooning remaining marinade over fish halfway through grilling.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 234.8, Fat 5.8, SaturatedFat 0.9, Cholesterol 124.1, Sodium 346.3, Carbohydrate 7.5, Fiber 0.5, Sugar 6, Protein 31.8

GRILLED MAHI MAHI



Grilled Mahi Mahi image

This recipe is great either on the grill or in the oven broiler. The tomatoes give it a little bite. My entire family loves it, even my pickiest eater. In the winter I make this dish in my oven or broiler. The amounts I gave are approximate. I use two cans of tomatoes when I want more 'bite,' only one can when I want less. I like a lot of garlic so I generally use a lot.

Provided by Helene Rose-Carson

Categories     Seafood     Fish     Mahi Mahi

Time 55m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 9

5 pounds skinned, deboned mahi mahi, cut into chunks
¾ (4.5 ounce) jar bottled minced garlic
½ cup butter, diced
1 large onion, diced
1 ½ lemons, juiced
½ cup dry white wine
1 ½ (10 ounce) cans diced tomatoes with green chile peppers
salt and pepper to taste
8 ounces shredded pepperjack cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat grill for high heat.
  • Place mahi mahi in an aluminum foil pan, and toss with the garlic to coat. Distribute butter evenly throughout pan. Spread onions over fish. Pour the lemon juice, wine, and diced tomatoes with green chile peppers over the fish. Season with salt and pepper. Tightly cover pan with aluminum foil.
  • Place pan on the grill grate, and cook fish 35 minutes, or until easily flaked with a fork. Sprinkle with cheese before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 336.6 calories, Carbohydrate 7.1 g, Cholesterol 179.5 mg, Fat 15.3 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 40.1 g, SaturatedFat 8.6 g, Sodium 480.4 mg, Sugar 0.6 g

GRILLED MAHI MAHI



Grilled Mahi Mahi image

Instead of grilling out the usual hamburgers or chicken breasts, prepare this grilled mahi mahi and reel in raves! -Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

3/4 cup reduced-sodium teriyaki sauce
2 tablespoons sherry or pineapple juice
2 garlic cloves
8 mahi mahi fillets (6 ounces each)
TROPICAL FRUIT SALSA:
1 medium mango, peeled and diced
1 cup chopped seeded peeled papaya
3/4 cup chopped green pepper
1/2 cup cubed fresh pineapple
1/2 medium red onion, chopped
1/4 cup minced fresh cilantro
1/4 cup minced fresh mint
1 tablespoon chopped seeded jalapeno pepper
1 tablespoon lime juice
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

Steps:

  • In a shallow dish, combine the teriyaki sauce, sherry or pineapple juice and garlic; add mahi mahi. Turn to coat; refrigerate for 30 minutes. , Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine the salsa ingredients. Cover and refrigerate until serving. , Drain and discard marinade. Place mahi mahi on an oiled grill rack. Grill, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from the heat for 4-5 minutes on each side or until fish flakes easily with a fork. Serve with salsa.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 195 calories, Fat 2g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 124mg cholesterol, Sodium 204mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 32g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

BEK'S GRILLED MAHI MAHI FILLETS IN SOY GINGER MARINADE (OAMC)



Bek's Grilled Mahi Mahi Fillets in Soy Ginger Marinade (Oamc) image

This is a mild, Asian-inspired marinade that complements the mild flavor of Mahi Mahi. Great summer dish, I'm sure it would be good on any mild fish. OAMC chefs, double or triple the marinade as needed and freeze in family-sized portions - I use my vacuum sealer. **As with many of my original recipes, the ingredient amounts are approximate. Adjust to your preferences. As always, let me know if you make any substitutions or tweaks - I always like new ways to try old favorites! (Cooking time does not include marinating time.)

Provided by Gatorbek

Categories     Mahi Mahi

Time 20m

Yield 4 fillets, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 lbs mahi mahi fillets (4 medium)
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons fresh ginger, minced (I use jarred)
1 tablespoon garlic, minced
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
1/4 cup soy sauce
2 tablespoons honey
2 tablespoons dry red wine
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper (more or less to taste)
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • In a 1 gallon zipper bag, combine all ingredients except fish. Squish to combine. Add mahi and seal, refrigerate at least 4 hours or overnight.
  • OAMC - squeeze all air out of zipper bag, or seal in a vacuum sealer and store in the freezer. Defrost and grill, following instructions below.
  • Spray grill with non-stick cooking spray, the preheat to 475°F Cook fillets about 4 minutes on the first side, then turn and cook another 2-3 minutes, depending on thickness. Trust yourself on the grill, based on the thickness of your fillets - don't blindly use my timing! An overcooked fish is a sad fish.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 307.9, Fat 8.4, SaturatedFat 1.4, Cholesterol 165.5, Sodium 1206.6, Carbohydrate 11.4, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 9.1, Protein 44.1

GRILLED MAHIMAHI



Grilled Mahimahi image

You can use other types of firm, white-fleshed fish, or even shrimp or chicken for this grilled dish.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Seafood Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
3 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice
3 garlic cloves, smashed
1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
2 to 3 sprigs thyme, oregano, or other herbs
1 1/2 pounds mahimahi fillets

Steps:

  • Make marinade: Combine olive oil, lime juice, garlic, cumin seeds, pepper, and herbs in a large resealable plastic bag or airtight plastic container. Shake well to combine.
  • Add fish, and shake gently to coat well with the marinade. Refrigerate at least 1 hour and up to 4 hours.
  • Heat grill or grill pan. Remove fish from marinade, letting excess drip off; grill until it is browned on the outside and cooked through, about 4 minutes per side. Serve hot or at room temperature.

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