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Key West Grilled Mahi-Mahi

Key West Grilled Mahi-Mahi: A Flavorful Tropical Escape

Key West Grilled Mahi-Mahi is a vibrant dish that brings tropical flavors to your table, ready in just 30 minutes.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Marinating Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 fillets
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American, Tropical
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • 1/4 cup lime juice
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper optional
For the Fish
  • 4 fillets mahi-mahi fresh or thawed
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro or parsley

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Grill
  • Whisk
  • Meat Thermometer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together lime juice, olive oil, and minced garlic. Add ground cumin, paprika, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper.
  2. Stir in chopped cilantro to the marinade and add mahi-mahi fillets, marinating for 10-15 minutes.
  3. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat, around 400°F (200°C), ensuring the grill is clean.
  4. Place marinated mahi-mahi fillets on the grill. Cook for about 5 minutes on each side until opaque and flaky.
  5. Remove the fish from the grill and let it rest for a minute before serving with fresh sides.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 30gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Thaw mahi-mahi completely and monitor cooking time for best results.

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