Grilled Mahi Mahi With Pineapple

This vibrant dish features firm Mahi Mahi fillets marinated in a zesty blend of pineapple juice, soy sauce, sesame oil, and fresh ginger. The sweet and tangy marinade penetrates the fish, creating a flavorful crust when grilled alongside thick slices of fresh pineapple. The result is a perfect balance of savory, sweet, and a gentle kick of heat from crushed red pepper. The pineapple caramelizes on the grill, adding a juicy, tropical contrast to the flaky white fish. Its an easy weeknight dinner that feels special enough for guests, offering a healthy yet satisfying meal with minimal cleanup. Serve with rice or a light salad for a complete tropical-inspired feast.

Cooking Method: Grilling

Cuisine: Global

Courses: Main Courses

Difficulty: Intermediate

Servings: 4

Calories: 374.6

Description

This vibrant dish features firm Mahi Mahi fillets marinated in a zesty blend of pineapple juice, soy sauce, sesame oil, and fresh ginger. The sweet and tangy marinade penetrates the fish, creating a flavorful crust when grilled alongside thick slices of fresh pineapple. The result is a perfect balance of savory, sweet, and a gentle kick of heat from crushed red pepper. The pineapple caramelizes on the grill, adding a juicy, tropical contrast to the flaky white fish. Its an easy weeknight dinner that feels special enough for guests, offering a healthy yet satisfying meal with minimal cleanup. Serve with rice or a light salad for a complete tropical-inspired feast.

Ingredients

1 1/4 pounds Mahi mahi fillets -- 1/2 to 1/4 inch
Thick
4 slices Fresh pineapple -- about 3/4 inch thick
Gingered Pineapple Marinade
GINGERED PINEAPPLE MARINADE**
1 1/2 cups Unsweetened pineapple juice
1/4 cup Reduced-sodium soy sauce
3 tablespoons Sesame oil
2 teaspoons Gingerroot -- grated
1 1/2 teaspoons Garlic -- finely chopped
1/2 teaspoon Crushed red pepper
4 medium Green onions -- chopped (1/4 cup)

Directions

1
In a small bowl, whisk together pineapple juice, soy sauce, sesame oil, grated ginger, chopped garlic, crushed red pepper, and chopped green onions to make the marinade.
2
Pour 1 cup of the marinade into a shallow nonmetal dish or heavy-duty resealable plastic bag; reserve the remaining marinade for basting and refrigerate.
3
Cut the Mahi Mahi fillets into 4 even serving pieces and place them in the dish or bag with the 1 cup of marinade.
4
Cover the dish or seal the bag, ensuring the fish is coated, and refrigerate for at least 2 hours (up to 12 hours), turning once halfway through.
5
Preheat your grill to medium heat and generously spray the grill rack with nonstick cooking spray.
6
Remove the fish from the marinade, letting excess drip off, and discard the used marinade.
7
Place the fish fillets and pineapple slices on the grill rack, about 4 inches from the heat source.
8
Grill for 8 to 12 minutes, turning once halfway through and brushing frequently with the reserved marinade.
9
Cook until the fish flakes easily with a fork and the pineapple is golden brown with grill marks.
10
Serve the fish and pineapple immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 374.6kcal

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 13.2g21%
Saturated Fat 2.9g15%
Cholesterol 73.8mg25%
Sodium 933.3mg39%
Total Carbohydrate 32.9g11%
Dietary Fiber 3.5g15%
Sugars 21.8g
Protein 31.5g63%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

Watch the pineapple closely; if it begins to char too quickly, remove it from the grill early.

Discard any remaining basting marinade used during grilling.

Keywords: grilled, mahi mahi, pineapple, ginger, soy sauce, sesame oil, garlic, red pepper, green onions, tropical, seafood, marinade, bbq, summer, easy, healthy, dinner, asian-inspired, fish, grilling

Read it online: https://www.chefs-mate.com/recipe/grilled-mahi-mahi-with-pineapple-7-5-points/