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Mahi mahi is a type of fish found in warm waters around areas like the Gulf of Mexico or Hawaii. It boasts a firm and lean texture ? which gets irresistibly flaky when cooked ? and has a relatively mild taste that’s only a little fishier than cod or haddock. Mahi mahi is diverse and can be baked, grilled, fried, or broiled to make a delicious dinner. Learn how to prepare this flavorful fish with our top-rated recipes, each earning a minimum of 4.5 stars from reviewers.
Soft Mahi Mahi Tacos with Ginger-Lime Dressing
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Get a taste of the tropics with these flavorful fish tacos. Mahi mahi is tucked into tortillas with pineapple, mango, and avocado before being drizzled with a tangy ginger-lime dressing.
Grilled Mahi Mahi with Roasted Pepper Sauce and Cilantro Pesto
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Layers of flavor go into this beautifully presented dish. Roasted red pepper sauce is topped with smoky grilled mahi mahi, then finished off with a dollop of nutty cilantro pesto.
Sesame Crusted Mahi Mahi with Soy Shiso Ginger Butter Sauce
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Black and white sesame seeds create a delightfully nutty and crunchy coating on this mahi mahi. "Better than any restaurant can do," says MDROUILL. "This recipe rocks and is easy to do."
Mahi Mahi with Coconut Rice and Mango Salsa
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Enjoy a balance of sweet, spicy, and tangy flavors in this bold recipe. "This was AMAZING, honestly one of the best Mahi Mahi dishes I have ever had let alone cooked. It was very easy to make and the flavors complimented each other well," says DEARYABBY.
Mahi Mahi with Artichokes and Sun-Dried Tomatoes
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This Italian-inspired twist on mahi mahi is just begging to be served over a bed of noodles. The fish is pan fried until perfectly golden, then smothered in a decadent artichoke and tomato sauce.
Maple Cajun Mahi Mahi
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The ideal balance of sweet and spicy, the maple syrup in this recipe helps the fish achieve a caramelized crust. Pay attention to which Cajun seasoning brand you use, some are more heavy on the salt and may need to be added to taste.
Ginger Glazed Mahi Mahi
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When you need a quick dinner, this Asian-inspired recipe is here to save the day. "The 30 minute prep time includes 20 minutes to marinate," say recipe creator DECODIANA. "This recipe is a snap and so delicious. You'll love it!"
Accidental Fish
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In just half an hour you can make a restaurant-quality dinner at home. Mahi mahi fillets are baked until tender, then drowned in a buttery tomato-infused sauce before serving.
Healthy Fish Tacos with Mango Salsa
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Switch up taco Tuesday with this Hawaiian-inspired recipe. Each tortilla is filled to the brim with pan fried mahi mahi strips and a fruity avocado salsa.
Mahi Mahi Rockefeller
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Inspired by the classic appetizer of oysters Rockefeller, this baked mahi mahi is a decadent dish that's sure to impress. "This was a really good recipe, and my whole family of five liked it," says sarahBcooks.
Fish on a Plank
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Go beyond basic grilling with this mahi mahi recipe. The fish is cooked over a cedar plank, which infuses sweet flavor into the delicate tasting fish.
Mahi and Mushrooms
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This recipe is the perfect example of taking a handful of basic ingredients and transforming them into an impressive dish. Marinated mahi mahi fillets are pan fried before getting smothered in a white wine sauce featuring mushrooms and tomatoes.
Mahi Mahi Ceviche
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Recipe creator Chef John says, "This mahi mahi ceviche requires a little bit of knife work, but when you consider the seasonal advantage of not using the stove, and just how tasty this really is, I think it's all worthwhile." Serve with chips for dipping or over salad.
Mahi Mahi Pot Pie
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Get all the comforting taste of pot pie, but with the delicious addition of mahi mahi. By using a can of cream of potato soup as the base, you'll be able to whip this up for dinner in no time.
Air Fryer Mahi Mahi with Brown Butter
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The air fryer is perfect for creating crispy dishes like these golden brown mahi mahi fillets. Serve with a slice of lemon on the side to cut through the rich buttery sauce.
Panko-Crusted Air Fryer Mahi Mahi
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The air fryer will create a "satisfying crunch while the fish fillets turn out perfectly flaky," says thedailygourmet. "Serve with a side of rice or use the fillets for fish tacos."
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