Lemon & Honey Marinated Mahi-Mahi W/ Glaze Recipe

Name: Lemon & Honey Marinated Mahi-Mahi W/ Glaze
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 (4 ounce) mahi mahi fillets; 1 ½ tablespoons honey, warm (preferably raw, but pasteurized is fine); 1 ½ tablespoons red wine vinegar; 3 garlic cloves, crushed; ½ teaspoon lemon juice; ½ teaspoon hoisin sauce; 34-1 tablespoon olive oil; ⅛ teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground; ⅛ teaspoon salt (to taste); ¼ teaspoon ginger powder

Servings: persons

1
Butterfly cut the mahi-mahi fillets so that they are no more than 1/3 to 1/2 inches (80 to 125 mm) thick.
2
In a small bowl combine the red wine vinegar, honey, garlic, and hoisin sauce.
3
Stir until uniform.
4
Place both the fish and sauce in a large bag and marinate in the fridge for no more than 20 minutes, making sure to coat the fillets evenly.
5
*Marinating for longer than 20 minutes will start to break down the proteins in the fish.
6
Trust me, you want to avoid that.
7
When the fillets are done marinating remove them from the bag and set them aside for now.
8
Reserve the marinade in the bag or a small bowl, you'll use it later.
9
Heat a medium sized skillet or wok on medium-high heat for 30 seconds (or until a drop of water will instantly boil when added to the pan).
10
Add the olive oil and coat the pan evenly.
11
As soon as the pan's hot and coated add the fillets.
12
Then sprinkle half of the salt, black pepper, and ginger powder onto the fillets, making sure to cover as much of the meat as possible.
13
Let the fillets cook undisturbed for about 30 seconds or until you notice the edges of the meat beginning to whiten.
14
Cook the fillets until their bottom sides start to caramelize and turn a light golden color (1-2 minutes); flip.
15
Sprinkle the remaining salt, black pepper, and ginger powder onto the fillets and continue cooking until each side is golden and each fillet flakes (2-4 minutes, depending on thickness).
16
Remove the fillets to a serving plate and cover.
17
Add the reserved marinade to the pan and simmer on low heat until the resulting glaze turns a light golden-brown (1-3 minutes).
18
*Make sure to scrape the bottom of the pan to add the fillet drippings to the glaze.
19
Spoon the glaze over each fillet and serve.

7644

kcal

Calories

850

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.

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: 2 (4 ounce) mahi mahi fillets, 1 ½ tablespoons honey, warm (preferably raw, but pasteurized is fine), 1 ½ tablespoons red wine vinegar, 3 garlic cloves, crushed, and more.

Yes, Lemon & Honey Marinated Mahi-Mahi W/ Glaze falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Lemon & Honey Marinated Mahi-Mahi W/ Glaze

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