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Pan-Seared Mahi Mahi with Pineapple Teriyaki Glaze

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  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Searing
  • Cuisine: Seafood
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Description

A delightful pan-seared mahi mahi dish glazed with a sweet and savory pineapple teriyaki sauce, perfect for any seafood lover.


Ingredients

  • 4 mahi mahi fillets (6 oz each)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/2 cup pineapple juice
  • 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch mixed with 1 tablespoon water (slurry)
  • 1/2 cup fresh pineapple chunks
  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
  • 2 tablespoons green onions, sliced


Instructions

  1. Pat the mahi mahi fillets dry and season both sides with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat.
  3. Carefully sear each mahi mahi fillet for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden and fully cooked. Remove the fillets and set them aside.
  4. In a small saucepan, combine pineapple juice, soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, ginger, and garlic. Bring the mixture to a boil.
  5. Reduce the heat and let it simmer for 3-4 minutes. Stir in the cornstarch slurry to thicken.
  6. Continue to simmer until the glaze reaches a syrupy consistency, which should take about 2-3 minutes.
  7. Add the fresh pineapple chunks to the glaze, simmering for an additional minute.
  8. Spoon the delicious pineapple glaze over the seared mahi mahi.
  9. Garnish with toasted sesame seeds and sliced green onions.
  10. Serve immediately.

Notes

For extra crunch, consider adding panko breadcrumbs before searing. Customize the glaze by adding a splash of sriracha for heat.