Learn how to cook mahi mahi on the grill perfectly. With this foolproof recipe, No more fish sticking to grill grates, falling apart, or tasting bland.
- Paprika - Lime zest - Garlic - Honey - Mahi mahi fillets - Olive oil - Salt & pepper
Whisk together olive oil, garlic, lime zest, lime juice, honey, paprika, salt, and pepper in a bowl large enough to accommodate all the mahi mahi fillets
Remove mahi mahi from its packaging (or defrost if using frozen) and pat dry using paper towels before placing in the marinade.
Place mahi mahi fillets in the marinade, cover tightly with stretch film and let it sit in the fridge for up to 30 minutes.
Turn all burners on medium-high, cover, and heat the grill until it reaches 450 F. Dip a wad of paper towel into olive oil and then generously wipe the grates.
Place mahi mahi on grill. Cook, covered for 4-5 minutes until browned on that side. Gently flip mahi mahi and continue to cook until flesh flakes apart.
Transfer grilled mahi-mahi fillets onto a large platter. Garnish with your favorite fruit salsa (I used my peach salsa) and serve while still hot.
Be sure to check out the blog post for ingredient substitutions and my tips on how to prevent fish sticking to the grill.
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