Description
Flavorful grilled mahi-mahi fillets marinated in a citrusy garlic-lime blend with Key West-inspired spices, grilled until tender and topped with fresh cilantro.
Ingredients
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- 4 mahi-mahi fillets
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- Pinch of cayenne pepper
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
- Lime wedges, for serving
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, lime juice, minced garlic, cumin, paprika, black pepper, salt, and cayenne.
- Place mahi-mahi fillets in a shallow dish or zip-top bag and pour the marinade over them. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat. Oil grates lightly to prevent sticking.
- Remove fish from marinade and grill for 3–4 minutes per side or until grill marks form and fish flakes easily with a fork.
- Transfer to a plate, sprinkle with chopped cilantro, and serve with lime wedges.
Notes
- Do not over-marinate the fish to prevent a mushy texture.
- Serve with a fresh salad or rice for a complete meal.
- Use a fish spatula to prevent fillets from breaking on the grill.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet
- Calories: 275 kcal
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 370 mg
- Fat: 16 g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 2 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg
