Grilled Mahi-Mahi, Ceviche-Style Recipe

Name: Grilled Mahi-Mahi, Ceviche-Style
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 skinless mahi-mahi fillets, approximately 2 pounds; 2 teaspoons kosher salt; 1/2 cup diced red onion; 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lime juice; 1/4 cup freshly squeezed orange juice; 1 tablespoon minced jalapeno; 1/4 cup dark brown sugar, packed; 1/4 cup tequila; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1/4 cup freshly chopped cilantro leaves

Servings: persons

1
Rub the fillets with kosher salt and set aside.
2
In a non-reactive bowl, combine the onion, lime juice, orange juice, jalapeno, sugar and tequila.
3
Mix to dissolve the sugar, and add the fillets to the bowl.
4
Marinate in the refrigerator for 2 hours, turning the fillets once after 1 hour.
5
Remove the fillets from the marinade and set it aside.
6
Pat the fillets dry with paper towels and lightly coat with the olive oil.
7
Heat a grill to high and place the fillets over direct heat until they are just cooked through - opaque at the center but still moist, approximately 3 to 4 minutes per side.
8
While the fish is grilling, transfer the reserved marinade to a saucepan and heat until it is reduced to about 3/4 cup.
9
Using tongs, remove the fillets to serving plates and divide sauce equally among them.
10
Top with the cilantro.

112

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 skinless mahi-mahi fillets, approximately 2 pounds, 2 teaspoons kosher salt, 1/2 cup diced red onion, 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lime juice, and more.

Yes, Grilled Mahi-Mahi, Ceviche-Style falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

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Grilled Mahi-Mahi, Ceviche-Style

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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