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Mahi-mahi

Cultural Context

Mahi-mahi, also known as dolphin fish, is a staple in Caribbean cuisine, particularly in Barbados where it's celebrated for its mild flavor and firm texture. Traditionally, it is grilled or pan-seared and often served with vibrant tropical salsas. This fish is not only a popular choice among locals but has also gained international acclaim, becoming a favorite in seafood restaurants around the world.

CaribbeanBBmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 lb mahi-mahi fillets
to taste sardine
to taste chunks of fish for chumming
2 tablespoons Everglades seasoning
1 cup all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons butter
1 Meyer lemon, juiced
1 tablespoon ginger, minced
1/4 cup chives, chopped
1/4 cup parsley, chopped
1/2 cup Moscato wine
2 tablespoons capers
1 cup chicken broth
1 tablespoon ginger for rice
1 cup rice

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

mahi-mahi

🥗Healthier: cod

💰Cheaper: tilapia

Cod is lower in calories and tilapia is often less expensive.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point and is healthier.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil adds a tropical flavor while being dairy-free.

fresh herbs

🥗Healthier: dried herbs

💰Cheaper: frozen herbs

Dried or frozen herbs can be more accessible and have a longer shelf life.

1

Catch mahi-mahi by using a sardine as bait, hooking it through the nose.

2

Chum the water with chunks of fish to attract larger mahi-mahi.

3

Clean the caught mahi-mahi by cutting down the backbone to create fillets.

4

Remove the skin by cutting it off instead of peeling it.

5

Cut out the bloodline from the fillet at a 45-degree angle.

6

Cut the top loins into portion-sized pieces.

7

Season the fish portions with Everglades seasoning.

8

Place flour in a bag and add the fish portions to coat them without making a mess.

9

Melt butter in a pan until it renders down.

10

Add the seasoned fish to the pan, ensuring they are similar in size for even cooking.

11

Slice a Meyer lemon and add the slices to the pan for flavor.

12

Cook the fish until golden brown, not dark brown.

13

Add ginger, chives, and parsley to the pan with the fish.

14

Pour in Moscato wine and let it reduce down.

15

Prepare rice using Tuscany chicken broth and add ginger for flavor.

16

Serve the cooked fish on a plate with rice and pour the sauce over the fish.

Cooking Techniques

grillingsautéingmarinating

Equipment Needed

grillskilletmixing bowlmeasuring spoonscutting boardknife

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Dietary

pescatarian

Allergens

fish

Also Known As

DoradoGoldfishCoryphaena hippurus

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