Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
20 unit

pineapple

canned, sliced, in juice

0.25 cup

mint

fresh chopped

2 tbsp

oil

2 tsp

oil

2 tbsp

honey

2 tsp

gingerroot

minced

0.5 tsp

salt

to taste

0.25 tsp

black pepper

freshly ground, to taste

4 unit

mahi mahi fillets

(6 ounces each)

Step 1
~2 min

Preheat oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit.

Step 2
~2 min

Drain the canned pineapple slices, reserving 2 tablespoons of the juice.

Step 3
~2 min

In a small bowl, combine the reserved pineapple juice, chopped fresh mint, oil, honey, minced ginger root, salt, and pepper.

Step 4
~2 min

Lightly oil a baking pan large enough to hold the fish fillets.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 5
~2 min

Arrange the pineapple slices to cover the bottom of the baking pan.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 6
~2 min

Brush the mahi-mahi fillets with the remaining oil.

Step 7
~2 min

Season the fillets with additional salt and pepper if desired.

Step 8
~2 min

Place the seasoned mahi-mahi fillets on top of the pineapple slices in the baking pan.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 9
~2 min

Pour the pineapple-mint sauce evenly over the fish fillets.

Step 10
~2 min

Bake in the preheated oven until the fish flakes easily with a fork, approximately 10-13 minutes.

Step 11
~2 min

Serve the baked mahi-mahi and pineapple over rice.

Step 12
~2 min

Garnish with additional fresh mint.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For extra flavor, marinate the mahi-mahi in the pineapple-mint sauce for 30 minutes before baking.

Use fresh pineapple instead of canned for a more vibrant flavor.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Not Ideal
Make Ahead

Sauce can be made a day in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with coconut rice.

Serve with a side of steamed vegetables.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Coconut Rice
Steamed Asparagus

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Hawaii

Cultural Significance

Reflects the use of tropical fruits and fresh seafood common in Hawaiian cuisine.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Luau
Summer Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Summer
Dinner Party
Family Meal

Popularity Score

65/100

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