I always want to make Mahi Mahi when I’m in Hawaii. We usually rent a condo of some sort, and for some strange reason I really enjoy cooking at home when I’m on vacation. Most people don’t want to have anything to do with the kitchen while on vacation, so I guess that make me a little weird. The good news is that you do not have to be in Hawaii to make Mahi Mahi! Just keep an eye out for fresh Mahi Mahi (or you can of course use frozen, if that’s all you have access to), and you’ll be on your way to making this delicious recipe. There is nothing like grilled Mahi Mahi!
What is Mahi Mahi?
Mahi Mahi means “strong strong,” and it’s often referred to as the common dolphinfish. Don’t worry- it is not closely related to dolphins! Mahi Mahi has a firm, white flesh with a mild flavor. It can be eaten in a variety of ways- grilled, seared, or ceviche-style, and it’s even used in fish tacos.
In this recipe, the Mahi Mahi is simply grilled with a little bit of salt and pepper. It’s topped with a fresh pineapple salsa that has been marinated in rice wine vinegar. The pineapple is grilled for the salsa, so that adds another layer of interesting flavor to the recipe. At this point, you can call it a day and eat the Grilled Mahi Mahi topped with the salsa, or you can add a drizzle of lemon garlic butter to the top to make it more restaurant- quality. Either way, this is a delicious way to enjoy Mahi Mahi.
If you are looking for more fish recipes, you might also like to try my Swiss Parmesan Halibut or this Roasted Tilapia with Bruschetta. Herb Topped Fish Baked in Parchment and Crispy Cod Burgers are also good fish choices!
