Baked Citrus Mahi Mahi Recipe

Flaky mahi mahi fillets baked to perfection with a burst of citrusy flavor! This vibrant recipe is quick, easy, and adaptable to other mild white fish like cod or tilapia. Impress your family with this elegant yet simple dish, ready in under an hour!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Calories 146.9 kcal
Protein 42g
Rating 4.6 (7 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Baked Citrus Mahi Mahi

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How to Make Baked Citrus Mahi Mahi

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Lightly grease a baking dish or two, depending on the amount of fish.
  3. Wash and thoroughly pat dry 2 (6-ounce) mahi mahi fillets. Place them in a single layer in the prepared baking dish(es).
  4. Drizzle fillets with 1 tablespoon of fresh lemon juice, followed by 1 tablespoon of melted butter.
  5. Evenly sprinkle the fillets with 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, and 1/4 teaspoon paprika.
  6. Place one thin slice of orange on top of each fillet.
  7. Evenly pour 1/2 cup of crushed pineapple over all the fillets.
  8. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 20-30 minutes, or until the fillets are opaque and flake easily with a fork. Do not overbake.
  9. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

7 g

Sugar

45g

Fat

1g

Carbs

4g