Yucatecan -Style Grilled Mahi-Mahi
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This vibrant Yucatecan-style grilled mahi-mahi brings the sunshine of the Mexican peninsula to your dinner table. The firm, lean white fish is steeped in a fragrant marinade of earthy achiote paste, citrus juices, and aromatic oregano before being gently steamed inside banana leaves. This traditional cooking method ensures the fillets remain incredibly succulent while absorbing the subtle, smoky notes from the grill, resulting in a dish that is as visually impressive as it is delicious.
As a diabetes-friendly main course, this recipe focuses on high-quality protein and heart-healthy fats, making it a nutritious choice for a light summer supper. Serving the fish with sharp pickled onions and a fresh tomato salsa adds a wonderful brightness without the need for heavy sauces. It is an excellent option for those seeking a sophisticated yet simple homemade meal that is naturally low in carbohydrates and bursting with fresh, authentic flavour.
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Ingredients for Yucatecan -Style Grilled Mahi-Mahi
4 6-to 230g mahi-mahi fillets
60ml achiote paste
2 tablespoons fresh orange juice
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
2 tablespoons distilled white vinegar
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon dried oregano (preferably Mexican)
1/2 teaspoons coarse kosher salt or sea salt
1/2 teaspoons ground black pepper
2 3-foot-long pieces of banana leaves
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1/4 cup dry white wine
4 bay leaves
4 fresh epazote or Italian parsley sprigs or 4 pinches of dried epazote
2 plum tomatoes, thinly sliced
2 limes, thinly sliced
Yucatecan Pickled Onions
Habanero-Tomato Salsa
How to make Yucatecan -Style Grilled Mahi-Mahi
Place fish in 13x9x2-inch glass baking dish. Whisk achiote paste and next 7 ingredients in medium bowl. Pour achiote mixture over fish; turn to coat. Cover and chill 1 hour.
Prepare barbecue (high heat). Brush shiny side of banana leaves with 2 tablespoons oil; place each on baking sheet, oiled side down (some of leaf will hang over edge of sheet). Arrange 2 fillets with marinade still clinging crosswise in centre of each banana leaf, spacing 2 inches apart. Drizzle wine around fish in leaves. Top each fillet with 1 bay leaf and 1 sprig of fresh epazote or parsley or 1 pinch of dried epazote. Fold overhanging edges of banana leaf over fish to enclose loosely. Transfer fish from baking sheet to grill, folded edges up. Cover and grill until fillets are just opaque in centre, about 10 minutes.
Open banana leaves. Transfer fish to plates. Garnish with tomato and lime slices. Serve with Yucatecan Pickled Onions and Habanero-Tomato Salsa.
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While every effort has been made to ensure the information is accurate and up to date, individual needs may vary and dietary requirements can differ based on personal health conditions. Always check food labels and allergen information before preparing or consuming any recipe. If you have specific health concerns, allergies, intolerances, or are following a medically prescribed diet, seek advice from your GP, pharmacist, or a registered dietitian before making significant changes to your diet or lifestyle.
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16 Enero 2026 | Publicado originalmente
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