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Key West Grilled Mahi-Mahi

Key West Grilled Mahi-Mahi for a Fresh, Tropical Feast

Experience the vibrant flavors of Key West Grilled Mahi-Mahi, a dish that's quick, nutritious, and bursting with tropical essence.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Marination Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 fillets
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Seafood, Tropical
Calories: 240

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • 4 fillets Fresh Mahi-Mahi substitute with swordfish or snapper if desired
  • 1/4 cup Lime Juice freshly squeezed for best flavor
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil can substitute with avocado oil
  • 3 cloves Garlic freshly minced
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin for authentic flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika sweet or smoked, according to preference
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Black Pepper
  • optional teaspoon Cayenne Pepper for additional heat
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro chopped
For Serving
  • 4 pieces Lime Wedges for serving

Equipment

  • grill
  • Mixing Bowl
  • whisk
  • Shallow dish

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together lime juice, olive oil, minced garlic, cumin, paprika, salt, black pepper, and optional cayenne pepper to create a zesty marinade.
  2. Chop cilantro finely and mix into the marinade.
  3. Coat the mahi-mahi fillets with the marinade and let them sit for at least 15 minutes.
  4. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat, aiming for 375°F to 450°F, oiling the grates to prevent sticking.
  5. Grill the marinated mahi-mahi fillets for 3-5 minutes on each side until opaque and flaky.
  6. Remove from the grill, garnish with cilantro, and serve with lime wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 240kcalProtein: 35gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 600mgVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, marinate the mahi-mahi for at least 15 minutes at room temperature. Always use fresh ingredients for maximum flavor.

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