What is Mahi-mahi??

[freedomathome]

I'm guessing it's a tuna steak. Has anyone had this? Is it nice? :spin:

[gala]

It is a very nice firm textured white fish which you will find served up in many restaurants in Florida. I love it and have had it on several occasions. Here is a description of it.

Mahi-mahi is a Hawaiian word that means "strong-strong" for dolphin fish. This species is found in tropical and subtropical waters throughout the world. Generally, smaller dolphin fish range from 2-5 pounds, while 40-50 pound fish are not uncommon. Dolphin fish have a short life span of three or four years.

Mahi-mahi is a Hawaiian word that means "strong-strong" for dolphin fish. This species is found in tropical and subtropical waters throughout the world. Generally, smaller dolphin fish range from 2-5 pounds, while 40-50 pound fish are not uncommon. Dolphin fish have a short life span of three or four years.Dolphin fish are not to be confused with porpoises, which at times are also called dolphin. Dolphin fish (mahi-mahi) are cold-blooded members of the fish family, while porpoises are mammals and are protected by law. The mahi-mahi is a beautiful fish also known as "dorado". The fish has green and gold flanks that light up with a rainbow of iridescent colors that fade with time. Many retailers will display whole mahi-mahi because they are so striking and to help dispel the myth that they are related to Flipper.Mahi-mahi is an exceptionally versatile fish, having firm, white meat and a delicate flavor. Broiled, poached, baked, sautéed, grilled, or pan-fried, mahi-mahi delivers a truly sensational taste.'

If I can find some pictures later I will post them. By the way you are not eating dolphin!

Margaret

[freedomathome]

Thanks margaret! I will have to give it a try when we go. I rarely order fish in restaurants as I am a meat lover, but as we will be on the free DDP I intend to give it a try. Do you (or anyone) know the best place to try it?

[gala]

Have a look at the picture on this page. I had the macadamia crusted mahi mahi at Kona and it was fantastic - the best entree of my holiday

http://www.thedibb.co.uk/forums/showthread.php?t=131842&highlight=macadamia&page=6

and this one

http://www.thedibb.co.uk/forums/showthread.php?t=114466

Margaret

[Eagle88]

Having had Fresh Mahi Mahi last time we were in Fl I can heartily recommend it. It was delish:tounge::tounge:

[ticky15]

sounds lovely...mmmmmm:grin:

[Sue]

I can also recommend the Mahi-Mahi at Kona Café - superb. Just to add more confusion, if you go down to the Keys at any point - they call this fish 'dolphin' there and it is on all the menus. We had to double check it wasn't the mammal:confused2

If you like tuna and trying different versions - the Ahi Tuna at Coral Reef and Flying Fish is divine:tounge:

[freedomathome]

Having had Fresh Mahi Mahi last time we were in Fl I can heartily recommend it. It was delish:tounge::tounge:

One of the reasons i don't usually order fish in restaurants is because I don't have a clue how to filet it myself. Does mahi mahi usually come ready filleted, as I hate to have any bones to deal with? :(

[Sue]

One of the reasons i don't usually order fish in restaurants is because I don't have a clue how to filet it myself. Does mahi mahi usually come ready filleted, as I hate to have any bones to deal with? :(

No faffing with bones:thumbs-up
It's a firm textured fillet you usually get:)