Grillet Mahi Mahi med sitron hvitløkssmør

Grilled Mahi Mahi with Lemon Garlic Butter

Servings

4

Prep Time

10 minutes

Cook Time

8 minutes

Calories

240

Cuisine

Mediterranean

Category

Main Course

Mahi mahi is a delicious, firm white fish that’s perfect for grilling, and when paired with a simple yet flavorful lemon garlic butter sauce, it becomes a dish that is both elegant and easy to prepare. 


This grilled mahi mahi recipe delivers a smoky char, delicate flakiness, and a rich, buttery finish with a hint of citrusy brightness. The fish’s naturally mild flavor allows the garlic, butter, and lemon to shine, creating a harmonious balance of taste and texture.


What makes this dish so special is its simplicity and quick preparation time. In just under 20 minutes, you can have a restaurant-quality meal that pairs wonderfully with a variety of sides like roasted vegetables, quinoa, or a light salad. 


Whether you’re firing up the grill for a summer cookout or looking for a healthy, weeknight meal, this grilled mahi mahi is an excellent choice. 


The key to perfection is cooking the fish just long enough for it to be tender and flaky while locking in all the delicious, smoky flavors. With fresh parsley and a final squeeze of lemon, this dish is a must-try for seafood lovers.



Grilled Mahi Mahi with Lemon Garlic Butter

Ingredients

  • 4 mahi mahi fillets (6 oz each)

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

  • 3 cloves garlic, minced

  • Zest and juice of 1 lemon

  • 1 teaspoon paprika

  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano

  • 1 teaspoon salt

  • ½ teaspoon black pepper

  • ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)

  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

  • Lemon wedges, for serving

Directions

  1. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat (around 400°F). Lightly oil the grates to prevent sticking.

  2. In a small bowl, mix melted butter, minced garlic, lemon zest, lemon juice, paprika, oregano, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes.

  3. Pat mahi mahi fillets dry with a paper towel and brush both sides with olive oil.

  4. Place the fillets on the grill and cook for 3-4 minutes per side, or until the fish is opaque and easily flakes with a fork.

  5. During the last minute of grilling, brush the fish generously with the lemon garlic butter sauce.

  6. Remove from the grill and transfer to a serving plate. Drizzle any remaining sauce over the fillets and sprinkle with fresh parsley.

  7. Serve hot with lemon wedges on the side.

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10 tips for matlaging av denne retten

  1. Bruk fersk Mahi Mahi for den beste smaken og tekstur. Frossen kan fungere, men tine det ordentlig før du griller.
  2. Klapp fisken tørr før du griller for å hjelpe deg med å oppnå en fin sear.
  3. Forvarm grillen og oljen ristene godt for å forhindre klistring.
  4. Ikke koke fisken - Mahi Mahi skal være ugjennomsiktig og flak lett når den testes med en gaffel.
  5. Bruk et kjøtttermometer: 137 ° F (58 ° C) er den perfekte indre temperaturen.
  6. Baste med hvitløkssmør i siste øyeblikk av grilling for en ekstra smak av smaken.
  7. La fisken hvile i et par minutter før du serverer å låse inn saftene.
  8. Forbedre smaken ved å marinere i sitronsaft, olivenolje og urter i 15 minutter før grilling.
  9. Hvis du ikke har en grill, kan du bruke en grillpanne eller steke fisken i ovnen.
  10. Server umiddelbart med friske sitronkiler for å lysne smakene enda mer.

Server det med forslag

  • En side av hvitløkssmør asparges eller grillet courgette
  • Stekt søtpoteter eller en quinoasalat
  • En fersk middelhavs agurk og tomatsalat
  • Dampet jasminris med en duskregn olivenolje
  • Grillet ananas eller mangosalsa for en tropisk vri
  • Et glass avkjølt Sauvignon Blanc eller sitrusaktig IPA

FAQ

Spørsmål: Kan jeg lage Mahi Mahi på en komfyr i stedet for en grill?
EN: Ja! Bruk en grillpanne over middels høy varme og følg de samme kokeanleggene.

Spørsmål: Hvordan vet jeg når Mahi Mahi er ferdig med å lage mat?
EN: Kjøttet skal være ugjennomsiktig og flasset lett med en gaffel. Intern temp bør nå 137 ° F.

Spørsmål: Kan jeg bruke en annen type fisk?
EN: Ja! Kveite, torsk eller snapper fungerer godt med denne oppskriften.

Spørsmål: Er Mahi Mahi et sunt valg?
EN: Absolutt! Det er høyt i protein, lite fett og en flott kilde til Omega-3s.

Spørsmål: Hvordan kan jeg lagre rester?
EN: Oppbevares i en lufttett beholder i kjøleskapet i opptil 2 dager. Oppvarmet forsiktig for å unngå å tørke ut.

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