Asian Ginger Mahi Mahi Recipe

Quick, easy, and bursting with flavor! This Asian Ginger Mahi Mahi recipe, inspired by a frozen mahi mahi package, delivers a restaurant-quality meal in just 35 minutes. Perfectly pan-seared mahi mahi fillets are glazed with a vibrant honey-soy-ginger sauce. Serve with steamed jasmine rice and warm bok choy for a complete and satisfying Asian-inspired dinner.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 35 mins
Calories 938 kcal
Protein 163g
Rating 5.0 (4 Reviews)
Asian Ginger Mahi Mahi

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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

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Ingredients for Asian Ginger Mahi Mahi

  • 1 pound mahi mahi fillets
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce
  • Garlic Clove
  • Balsamic Vinegar
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • Fresh Gingerroot
  • Salt And Pepper

How to Make Asian Ginger Mahi Mahi

  1. In a shallow glass dish, whisk together 2 tablespoons honey, 3 tablespoons soy sauce, 1 tablespoon rice vinegar, 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger, 2 cloves minced garlic, and 2 tablespoons olive oil.
  2. Season mahi mahi fillets (about 1 pound) generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
  3. Place the mahi mahi fillets in the shallow dish, ensuring they are coated in the marinade. Cover and refrigerate for at least 20 minutes (or up to 30 minutes for deeper flavor).
  4. Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  5. Carefully remove the fish fillets from the marinade, reserving the marinade. Sear the fish for 4-6 minutes per side, or until the fish is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork. Turn only once to prevent sticking.
  6. Remove the cooked mahi mahi fillets to a serving platter and keep warm.
  7. Pour the reserved marinade into the skillet and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for 2-3 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened to your desired consistency.
  8. Spoon the delicious glaze generously over the fish and serve immediately with steamed jasmine rice and warm bok choy.

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Want to unlock deeper, more complex flavors? Try toasting your whole spices before grinding them, or blooming ground spices in a little warm oil to enhance their aroma. Deglazing your pan with a bit of stock, wine, or even water after browning ingredients can capture those tasty caramelized bits, adding richness to your dish.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

140 g

Sugar

211g

Fat

31g

Carbs

18g