Grilled Mahi Mahi W. Honey-Macadamia Crust and Pineapple-Ginger

I found this recipe and can't wait to try it. From the West Hawaii Today newspaper. Chris Schlesinger and John Willoughby, authors of "Big Flavors of the Hot Sun", suggest serving the fish with coconut rice. Show more

Ready In: 30 mins

Yields: 1 1/2 cups

Ingredients

  • 32  ounces mahi mahi fillets, cut diagonally a half-inch thick
  • 1  teaspoon  vegetable oil
  •  salt and pepper
  • 3  tablespoons honey
  • 12 cup  macadamia nuts, toasted and crushed
  • Pineapple-Ginger Relish

  • 1  cup fresh pineapple, diced
  • 12 cup  pineapple juice
  • 1  tablespoon  minced ginger
  • 2  tablespoons scallions, thinly sliced
  • 14 cup lime juice
  • 1  teaspoon chili pepper, minced (red or green)
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Directions

  1. Rub fillets lightly with oil; sprinkle with salt and pepper.
  2. Place fish on grill over a medium-hot fire; cook for 5 to 6 minutes per side.
  3. While second side is cooking, coat the exposed side lightly with honey and sprinkle with crushed mac nuts.
  4. Flip again; cook another minute or until crust is golden brown.
  5. Check for doneness by cutting into a piece; it should be completely opaque all the way through.
  6. Remove fish from grill, cut each in half, and serve.
  7. Pineapple-Ginger Relish:
  8. Combine all ingredients in a small bowl; mix well.
  9. Refrigerate until ready to use.
  10. Makes about 1 1/2 cups.
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