Sweetly Succulent Mahi Mahi

Sweetly Succulent Mahi Mahi

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Nutritional Info
  • Servings Per Recipe: 4
  • Amount Per Serving
  • Calories: 240.3
  • Total Fat: 3.1 g
  • Cholesterol: 160.0 mg
  • Sodium: 872.1 mg
  • Total Carbs: 12.2 g
  • Dietary Fiber: 0.2 g
  • Protein: 40.9 g

View full nutritional breakdown of Sweetly Succulent Mahi Mahi calories by ingredient


Introduction

This deliciously healthy, broiled fish dish combines both sweet and sour taste sensations with a wonderful spice kick from the ginger. The 30 minute prep time includes 20 minutes to marinate. This recipe is a snap and so delicious, you will appreciate the fresh ginger when you taste it! This deliciously healthy, broiled fish dish combines both sweet and sour taste sensations with a wonderful spice kick from the ginger. The 30 minute prep time includes 20 minutes to marinate. This recipe is a snap and so delicious, you will appreciate the fresh ginger when you taste it!
Number of Servings: 4

Ingredients

    3 tablespoons brown sugar
    4 tbsp water
    3 tablespoons soy sauce
    1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
    2 teaspoons grated fresh ginger root
    2 cloves garlic, crushed
    1 teaspoon olive oil
    24oz raw mahi mahi fillets, cut in 4
    salt and pepper to taste

Directions

In a shallow glass dish, stir together the sugar, water, soy sauce, balsamic vinegar, ginger, garlic and olive oil.
Season fish fillets lightly with salt and pepper, and place them into the dish.
Cover, and refrigerate for 20 minutes to marinate.
Preheat broiler.
Remove fish from the dish, and reserve marinade.
Place fish on a baking tray and broil 4 to 6 minutes on each side, turning only once, until fish flakes easily with a fork. Remove fillets to a serving platter and keep warm.
Pour reserved marinade into the skillet, and reduce until the mixture reduces to a glaze.
Spoon glaze over fish, and serve immediately.

Number of Servings: 4

Recipe submitted by SparkPeople user JO_JO_BA.

Member Ratings For This Recipe


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    Incredible!
    4 of 4 people found this review helpful
    Very delicious yet quick and easy! Gotta love that! I used low sodium soy sauce and ground dry ginger. I will definitely make this one again because it uses ingredients that I regularly have on hand. - 6/18/08


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    Very Good
    4 of 5 people found this review helpful
    This turned out pretty good, & my husband & I are such snobs when it comes to fish (we catch our own). I used the Splenda Brown Sugar Blend instead of regular brown sugar, reduced sodium soy sauce, & dry ginger. I also baked it instead of broiling it. My husband really liked the glaze! - 6/12/08


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    Very Good
    3 of 3 people found this review helpful
    I made this last night and I would make only 1 revision. I would use less soy sauce. I felt like I was tasting too much soy sauce which is good I guess if you like soy sauce. My family said they really like it. My kids ate it up! - 6/11/08


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    Very Good
    2 of 2 people found this review helpful
    Very good and easy to make. Give yourself enough time to reduce while not letting the fish get cold. - 2/6/09


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    1 of 1 people found this review helpful
    This was a very yummy recipe! I made it with regular soy sauce and it was a bit too salty. I will try the lower sodium next time. It would be good with chives on top. I will make it again! - 2/24/16


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    1 of 2 people found this review helpful
    This was excellent. I didn't salt and pepper the fish first but the marinade took care of that. I served it with stir fried onions, zucchini and yellow squash. This was better than a restaurant meal. This is a keeper. By the way, I used Truvia instead of brown sugar bringing the calorie count down. - 11/10/13


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    Incredible!
    1 of 1 people found this review helpful
    This was easy and delicious! Followed measurements exactly, but used low sodium soy sauce, ground ginger, and replaced one tbsp of brown sugar with granulated splenda. Baked at 400 for 15 minutes. Husband loved the glaze and even my toddler liked this dish. Served with Asian-style mixed vegetables. - 4/20/13


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    Very Good
    1 of 1 people found this review helpful
    Delicious! I added a handful of chopped scallions to the marinade and served it with a sprinkle of toasted sliced almonds. Yum! - 2/26/12


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    Very Good
    1 of 1 people found this review helpful
    My whole family liked this. The only thing I didn't have on hand was the vinegar. I used apple cider that I did have and it came out great! 2 year old said "yum" so it's a hit!!! - 11/10/11


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    Incredible!
    1 of 1 people found this review helpful
    This was a very tasty satisfying dish. I had it with black beans and rice. Delish!!! - 7/10/11


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    Incredible!
    1 of 2 people found this review helpful
    Oh my goodness this was so yummy. Use a little less soy so it doesn't overwhelm the fish. - 2/8/11


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    Incredible!
    1 of 1 people found this review helpful
    We loved this. Made exactly as the recipe indicated and served steamed broccoli and orzo pasta with mushrooms on the side. My 20 month old and 6.5 year old LOVED it, too (hubby did as well). Will try this same recipe Salmon soon. AWESOME! - 1/23/11


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    Incredible!
    1 of 1 people found this review helpful
    Amazing! My husband and I both loved it. It had a little bit of a spicy kick to it but not bad at all. I can't eat anything remotely spicy and this was just perfect! Sweet, spicy and delicious! - 9/30/10


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    Incredible!
    1 of 1 people found this review helpful
    1 of the best recipes I'm seen on this site.Take the time to find fresh ginger,a littls nub is very cheap and a really big difference.My only change is low sodium teraki as I like the sweetness.....Chef Jim - 2/15/09


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    Incredible!
    1 of 1 people found this review helpful
    This was delicous and easy to make it tasted like something you would get in a resturant. And for the first time in 10 years my husband didnt slather his fish with tarter sauce! The only changes I made was to add more ginger and garlic because I love those ingrediants. - 9/21/08


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    Nice! - 6/15/21


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    looks good, thanks for sharing - 4/21/21


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    Very Good
    Thanks for sharing - 10/3/20


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    Great - 9/25/20


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    sounds yummy...will have to try - 9/21/20


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    Sounds good. - 7/26/20


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    thank you - 7/2/20


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    Looks good - 2/8/20


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    Incredible!
    Very quick & Easy to make. Did use Low Sodium soy Sauce . Will make this again. - 12/22/19


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    thanks - 10/31/19


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    Incredible!
    Looks like supper - 6/20/19


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    Great - 6/3/19


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    Sounds great. Have to try this. - 5/26/19


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    Great dish - 4/20/19


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    A nice marinade. - 3/9/19


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    I wish I knew where to get mahi mahi. - 3/4/19


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    Very Good
    Great recipe, I would eat this again. - 8/18/18


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    yummy - 3/14/18


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    looks yummy, one to try - 1/14/18


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    my kind of food.... THANKS - 1/6/18


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    Incredible!
    Skipped putting the soy sauce on the Mahi Mahi. Put it on the table so anyone could add their own.
    - 6/23/17


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    Going to try this recipe - 5/23/17


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    Love Mahi Mahi - 5/13/17


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    looks good - 4/18/17


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    Incredible!
    Very good recipe. Broiled fish for 3 minutes each side-could have done even less as fish thin. Glaze excellent. Also toasted sesame seeds to sprinkle on top. Served with quinoa and lots of different veggies with fresh herbs. Thank you I may try baking instead with the sauce, as 1 reviewer mentioned - 7/15/16


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    Very Good
    Very good... II added pineapple chuncks and also used dry. Thanks for submitting - 1/17/16


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    Very Good
    I used half the marinade for my fish and half for my spouse's chicken. Both were great and so easy to prepare! - 3/30/14


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    Very Good
    Marinade was very good, but I overcooked the fish! - 2/12/13


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    Very Good
    I made this last night with some mahi mahi that I needed to use. It was fabulous! Didn't have fresh ginger so used dried. But it still tasted good. Will have to try again sometime but plan to use fresh. Thanks for this great recipe!! - 11/21/12


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    Incredible!
    Delicious, quick and easy! Three of my favorite adjectives in the kitchen. I also used low sodium soy sauce but stuck with the fresh ginger root. I will be making this again. - 11/6/12


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    Very Good
    Very good and easy. I used light soy sauce and more ginger. Perfect with grilled zucchini - 7/12/12


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    I liked it...going to mix it up a little next time with pineapple and ginger.. - 2/24/12


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    Very Good
    Very Good! - 3/7/11


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    Incredible!
    SO delicious!! The sauce is so easy to make but tastes super- gourmet. I'm sure it's good with dried ginger too, but I think fresh ginger really adds the extra zing. We'll definitely be making this again, and I think I'll try it with chicken, too. THANK YOU! This is exactly what I was searching for! - 1/31/11


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    Incredible!
    great with any fish - 1/29/11


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    Incredible!
    This dish was so good!!! We ended up using fresh garlic and it turned out so good!!!! My husband went crazy over it!!!! Thanks!!! - 1/19/11


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    This was awesome - 1/9/11


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    I made this for my sister who was visiting. We loved this dish! We fixed stir-fry zucchini, summer squash, mushrooms & onions for a vege and orzo with a light fresh dill & parmesan to go with for a perfect dinner. - 11/17/10


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    Very Good
    This was very good. I made it exactly as the recipe said and as others mentioned I think I will cut back on the soy sauce next time. I did use low sodium soy salt though. - 11/15/10


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    Incredible!
    This was a great recipe. My husband loved it, it is really a keeper. - 7/5/10


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    Incredible!
    This was absolutely delicious, my husband loved it too! This is the first time I've cooked fish that it actually turned out well!! - 5/19/10


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    0 of 1 people found this review helpful
    This rating is based on my husband's opinion because he actually likes fish, I on the other hand, don't! I did eat it though and found this dish wasn't fishy at all. Good if you don't like strong fish flavor! Didn't make the house smell! Will make for husband again. - 4/14/10


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    Incredible!
    i just made this and the whole family Loved it. Thanks!! - 3/31/10


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    Very Good
    EZ to make. Didn't have fresh so used powdered ginger. Grilled on my cooktop with the Wm Sonoma grill pan. Served with asparagus - also grilled and quinoa. - 3/26/10


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    Incredible!
    My husband and I really enjoyed this! I will definitely make it again. I will mince the garlic next time though instead of crushing it. I used reduced sodium soy sauce and Splenda brown sugar. Not too overpowering to me, but I like those flavors. The sauce reduced nicely into a delicious glaze. - 3/19/10


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    Delicious, the best mahi mahi that I have ever eaten & the family loved it too - 3/14/10


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    Very Good
    I have never liked fish. I thought I'd try this because I had a bite of mahi mahi out and it wasn't bad. We enjoyed the recipe for being a fish recipe... still not liking fish. The sauce masked the fishy taste for us! That is a plus! - 2/2/10


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    Very Good
    It was very good. Overcooked my fish a tad, but otherwise good flavor. - 1/21/10


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    Incredible!
    I love fish. we have it two time a week - 1/20/10


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    Very Good
    Very Easy to make and good - 1/18/10


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    I made this and didnt really like it. Just like everyone eslse said the soy sauce is too strong. I would not make again. - 12/27/09


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    Incredible!
    This was an awesome change to our usual fish dishes. Will definitely make this again!! - 11/12/09


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    Very Good
    This was really good. Me and my husband loved it!! Next time, I will probably use less soy sauce, as that flavor was very overpowering. I also used low sodium soy sauce, and no extra salt on the fish directly. - 10/25/09


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    Incredible!
    MMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMMM!!!!!!! Will make this one again and again and again. - 6/26/09


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    Incredible!
    Easy and delicious! - 6/9/09


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    Incredible!
    I know those favor go together really well, I can't wait to try it this weekend - 4/8/09


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    Would like to try it. What is the equivelant of mahi mahi in Australia I wonder. - 4/8/09


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    Incredible!
    My whole family enjoyed this, including my 6 year old. It is very easy to make. I threw the fish in the marinade while I went out to run some errands, so it was incredibly easy to cook it when I came back. - 2/18/09


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    Very Good
    This is delicious! I love the glaze on it. Gives it a great taste!! I am keeping this recipe on hand. Plan to try it on chicken thighs. - 2/15/09


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    0 of 1 people found this review helpful
    Excellent. Easy and quick to make with great taste. - 2/5/09


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    Incredible!
    Easy to prepare and OH SO delicious! I felt like a gourmet chef! - 2/3/09


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    Incredible!
    really nice glaze!...I'm going to try it on other things too..chicken, pork. But with Mahi Mahi it was pretty darn perfect! thanks so much!!! - 1/29/09


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    0 of 1 people found this review helpful
    This was delicious and easy to make. My husband enjoyed it. I used white fish because I did not have Mahi Mahi and it was tasty as well. - 1/15/09


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    Very Good
    I like it but I think the soy sauce was too strong I would decrease it next time - 12/11/08


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    Incredible!
    Loved this. - 9/19/08


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    Very Good
    Great recipe, I made some orzo and brussell sprouts to go along with it. The glazed marinade was a little strong for my taste but overall and easy and delicious meal. - 7/26/08


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    Very Good
    Easy to make and the sauce is delicious! - 7/18/08


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    Incredible!
    Awesome recipe! My husband raved about the sauce and asked me what brand it was. - 6/5/08


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    Incredible!
    Delish! - 5/22/08


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    Incredible!
    This was delicious and very easy. The marinade and glaze really makes the dish. - 5/13/08