Are you looking for a mouthwatering seafood dinner that's ready in a flash? Look no further than this delectable Grilled Mahi Mahi recipe, which promises amazing flavor in under 15 minutes!
If you're anything like me, you know that sometimes life gets busy, and whipping up a quick and delicious dinner is a must. In my house, we're big fans of seafood, and my kids absolutely love it too. From my famous mahi mahi tacos to delightful dishes like air fryer teriyaki salmon and tilapia piccata, seafood is always a hit at our dinner table.
That's why I'm excited to share with you one of my go-to recipes- grilled mahi mahi. It's a delicious fish recipe that has amazing flavor and is so easy to make with a handful of simple ingredients. It's perfect for those busy weeknights when you need something tasty on the table fast.
This grilled mahi mahi is also a great dish for when you're entertaining company and want to impress with minimal effort. Serve a big platter of freshly grilled fish topped with my colorful fresh mango salsa and watch it disappear!
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Why You'll Love This Dish
- Bursting with amazing flavor: Mahi mahi has a delicate yet distinct taste that pairs perfectly with a variety of seasonings.
- Perfect for grilling: With its firm texture, mahi mahi holds up well on the grill, resulting in beautifully charred edges and tender, flaky flesh.
- Incredibly nutritious: rich in lean protein, omega-3 fatty acids, vitamins, and minerals, grilled mahi mahi an excellent choice for a healthy meal.
- Quick and easy: Cooks in minutes and is perfect for busy weeknights or laid-back weekends. It's a great recipe for entertaining during the summer months.
What is Mahi Mahi?
Mahi mahi, also known as dolphinfish or dorado, is a type of white fish that thrives in subtropical waters like the Atlantic Ocean and the Gulf of Mexico.
It has a firm, meaty texture with large flakes. Mahi mahi has a delicate flavor and is an excellent choice if you're looking for a milder tasting fish.
Because of its firm texture, mahi mahi is an excellent fish for grilling. It won't fall apart on the grill like other delicate white fish. It's a popular choice for fish tacos like my blackened mahi mahi tacos recipe.
With its mild flavor, it pairs beautifully with fresh herbs, lemon juice, and olive oil, which add a burst of flavor. It's also delicious topped with fruit salsas like my mango salsa or strawberry jalapeño salsa. Because of its mild flavor, it's a great fish to serve to children.
Doctor's Tips
- Mahi mahi is a lean fish and is an excellent source of protein.
- It's rich in omega-3 fatty acids, which are beneficial for heart health and brain function.
- Mahi mahi also provides a variety of essential nutrients. These include B vitamins and minerals like selenium, phosphorus, and potassium.
- With its low fat content and high protein profile, mahi mahi packs a nutritional punch while remaining relatively low in calories. It's a healthy choice if you're looking for lighter meal alternatives.
Fish really is brain food! It's packed with omega-3 fatty acids, which are especially important for brain health and heart health. Our bodies don’t make omega-3s so we must get them from our diet.
Ingredients
Ingredient notes and substitutions. See recipe card at the end of the post for full ingredient amounts.
- Mahi Mahi: You can use fresh or frozen fish fillets; be sure to defrost frozen fish fully and pat it dry before cooking.
- Oil: I like to use heart healthy olive oil or avocado oil.
- Spices: I use a combination of kosher salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and cumin. You can substitute other spices like lemon pepper, thyme, chili powder, Italian seasoning or cayenne pepper for a bit of heat. You can also try my homemade salmon dry rub.
- Lemon juice: adds a pop of bright flavor to the freshly grilled fish
- Mango salsa (optional): a colorful fruit salsa that's the perfect accompaniment for fish
How To Make Grilled Mahi Mahi Step-By-Step
See recipe card at the end of the post for full recipe details.
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat and brush the grill grates with oil. Pat the mahi mahi fillets dry with a paper towel and brush them with olive oil.
- Mix the dried spices together in a small bowl. Sprinkle the spice mix on the fillets.
- Place fish on the hot grill- you can use an outdoor grill or a grill pan on the stove. Cook for 3-4 minutes until grill marks form and the fish easily releases from the grill. Flip and cook another 3-4 minutes, or until the fish flakes easily with a fork.
- Remove the Mahi Mahi from the grill and squeeze fresh lemon juice on top. If desired, top with mango salsa.
Chef's Tips
- You can use fresh or frozen mahi mahi. Be sure to defrost frozen fish fully and pat it dry before cooking.
- Mahi mahi has a firm texture, making it ideal for grilling. However, you can also cook it on a stovetop grill pan or even in the oven.
- Avoid overcooking mahi mahi, as it can become dry. Aim for a total cooking time of 8-10 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C) as checked with a meat thermometer.
- Leftover mahi mahi can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days.
What To Serve With Mahi Mahi
Pairing the perfect side dish with your Grilled Mahi Mahi can elevate your meal to a whole new level. Here are some delicious options to consider:
- Fruit Salsa: In addition to mango salsa, consider serving grilled mahi mahi with other fruit salsas, such as my pineapple salsa or strawberry jalapeño salsa, for a sweet and tangy contrast to the savory fish. You can also try my avocado salsa.
- Rice or cauliflower rice for a low-carb alternative to traditional rice.
- Mashed Potatoes: Creamy mashed potatoes are always a crowd-pleaser and pair wonderfully with grilled mahi mahi. For a lower-carb option, you can make mashed cauliflower or my celery root puree.
- Roasted Vegetables: My perfect oven-roasted vegetables are a colorful and flavorful accompaniment to grilled mahi mahi. I toss vegetables like carrots, red bell pepper, zucchini, and onions with olive oil and garlic, and roast them until caramelized and tender. My miso roasted Brussels sprouts are another nice option.
- Air Fryer Vegetables- My air fryer asparagus, air fryer diced potatoes, and air fryer zucchini, and air fryer butternut squash are all good options.
- Salad: A crisp green salad makes a refreshing side dish. Try my Chick fil-A kale crunch salad or butter lettuce salad.
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Recipe
Grilled Mahi Mahi
Equipment
Ingredients
- 4 mahi mahi fillets (4 oz each)
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon cumin
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil or avocado oil
- mango salsa (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat an outdoor grill or indoor grill pan to medium-high heat and brush the grill grates with oil.
- Pat the mahi mahi fillets dry with a paper towel and brush them with olive oil.
- Mix the dried spices together in a small bowl. Sprinkle the spice mix on the fillets.
- Place the fish on the hot grill. Cook for 3-4 minutes until grill marks form and the fish easily releases from the grill. Flip and cook another 3-4 minutes, or until the fish flakes easily with a fork.
- Remove the mahi mahi from the grill and squeeze fresh lemon juice on top. If desired, top with mango salsa.
Notes
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- You can use fresh or frozen mahi mahi. Be sure to defrost frozen fish fully and pat it dry before cooking.
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- Mahi mahi has a firm texture, making it ideal for grilling. However, you can also cook it on a stovetop grill pan or even in the oven.
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- Avoid overcooking mahi mahi, as it can become dry. Aim for a total cooking time of 8-10 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C) as checked with a meat thermometer.
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- Leftover mahi mahi can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days. You can use them to make mahi mahi tacos.
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