This Caribbean-inspired Mahi Mahi dish is a delightful balance of sweet and savory flavors, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a light summer lunch. The white fish is pan-seared to perfection and then simmered in a fragrant glaze made from fresh mango slices, pineapple juice, and coconut milk. This combination creates a tender, flaky texture with a glossy, tropical coating that bursts with island flavor. Served over a bed of long-grain rice and garnished with fresh watercress, it offers a complete and satisfying meal. It’s an easy recipe that brings the taste of the tropics to your table without requiring exotic ingredients or hours of cooking time.
Caribbean Mahi Mahi (10 Pts
Description
This Caribbean-inspired Mahi Mahi dish is a delightful balance of sweet and savory flavors, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a light summer lunch. The white fish is pan-seared to perfection and then simmered in a fragrant glaze made from fresh mango slices, pineapple juice, and coconut milk. This combination creates a tender, flaky texture with a glossy, tropical coating that bursts with island flavor. Served over a bed of long-grain rice and garnished with fresh watercress, it offers a complete and satisfying meal. It&# 226;ÂÂs an easy recipe that brings the taste of the tropics to your table without requiring exotic ingredients or hours of cooking time.Ingredients
Directions
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Cook the long-grain rice according to package instructions; keep warm.
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Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat and spray with cooking spray.
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Add the sliced banana to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes until golden brown on both sides; remove and set aside if desired, or leave in pan.
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Add the mahi mahi pieces to the skillet; cook for 3-4 minutes until the fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
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Stir in the mango slices, chicken broth, pineapple juice, coconut milk, salt, and pepper.
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Simmer the mixture gently for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly and coats the fish.
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Divide the cooked rice among four serving plates.
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Spoon the fish and sauce mixture over the rice, garnish with fresh watercress if desired, and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 592.5kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 11.8g19%
- Saturated Fat 5.0g25%
- Cholesterol 72.9mg25%
- Sodium 7669.8mg320%
- Total Carbohydrate 81.4g28%
- Dietary Fiber 2.3g10%
- Sugars 10.2g
- Protein 33.4g67%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
