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    Ask Chef Dennis » Recipes » Main Meals » Seafood Recipes » Grilled Mahi-Mahi with Crab Meat Scampi

    Grilled Mahi-Mahi with Crab Meat Scampi

    Published: Jun 13, 2011 · Modified: Apr 19, 2018 by Chef Dennis Littley · 44 Comments·This post includes affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

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    I love grilled mahi-mahi, it’s the fish so nice they named it twice!

    grilled mahi-mahi topped with crabmeat and grape tomatoes on a white plate with grilled asparagus

    I have been trying to eat healthier, more fish, more veggies, less refined products. Now that’s probably the hardest battle to win, everything has refined products, additives and things I can’t pronounce! This is why we must read labels, and do our best to eliminate junk foods from our diet.

    And my grilled mahi-mahi certainly made a delicious healthy meal!

    grilled mahi-mahi topped with crabmeat and grape tomatoes on a white plate with grilled asparagus

    Mahi by itself can be a little lacking in the taste department and it does need something to perk it up. I sauteed a little garlic in olive oil with a few grape tomatoes split, then added in my jumbo lump and tossed it gently so it wouldn’t break up.

    The dish could have used a little more sauce, or even dare I say a little butter to finish it off, but this was a healthy meal, so no butter was added. The asparagus were the perfect accompaniment to the flavors of the Mahi and crabmeat, and our splurge for the week was well worth it. 

    Wouldn’t you love to sit down to my Grilled Mahi-Mahi with crabmeat?

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    grilled mahi-mahi topped with crabmeat and grape tomatoes on a white plate with grilled asparagus
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    Grilled Mahi-Mahi with Crab Meat Scampi

    My grilled mahi-mahi is lightly seasoned, grilled and topped with lump crab meat sauteed in a scampi style sauce.
    Prep Time5 mins
    Cook Time12 mins
    Course: Entree
    Cuisine: American
    Servings: 2
    Calories: 712kcal
    Author: Chef Dennis Littley

    Ingredients

    • 12 oz Mahi-Mahi fillets 2 – 6 ounce fillets
    • 6 oz fresh crab meat
    • extra virgin olive oil
    • sea salt
    • black pepper
    • 8 grape tomatoes split in half
    • 1 clove garlic small dice
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    Instructions

    • Start by preparing the mahi-mahi fillets, rub them down with olive oil and sprinkle a liberal amount of sea salt and black pepper on the fillets. Allow the fillets to warm up slightly before grilling.
    • Place fillets on a very hot grill and allow to remain in place for 4-5 minutes, you will get good grill marks this way. Gently turn over the fillets and allow to cook on the other side for another 4-5 minutes
    • (The fish should feel firm to the touch, not spongy.)
    • While the Mahi is cooking add olive oil to a hot saute pan and then add the garlic and grape tomato halves. Allow to saute for 1-2 minutes, do not let the garlic burn!
    • Add in the crab meat and gently toss in the mixture. Remove from the heat until Mahi is finished.
    • Remove the Mahi from the grill and top with the sauteed crab meat, serve immediately with your favorite side dish and a squeeze of lemon.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 712kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 95g | Fat: 32g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 21g | Cholesterol: 320mg | Sodium: 1729mg | Potassium: 2097mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 1786IU | Vitamin C: 31mg | Calcium: 149mg | Iron: 5mg
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    Comments

    1. Tiffany

      June 15, 2011 at 1:20 am

      A crabmeat scampi sounds just wonderful! And congrats on catching up on sleep! 😀

      Reply
    2. Lori Lynn

      June 14, 2011 at 9:21 pm

      Hi Chef – we are huge mahi fans here! Fabulous idea to pair with crab.
      Congrats on your 200th post!
      LL

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    3. Baking Serendipity

      June 14, 2011 at 7:46 pm

      I love the idea of spending a little more on one dinner a week instead of going out. It's a great trick for eating healthier 🙂

      Reply
    4. Kim - Liv Life

      June 14, 2011 at 3:10 pm

      Ah, yes… the sleep! I'm working on a bit of a deficit myself, but in the next few days I'm planning to catch a few naps myself. The sun comes out in the afternoon (we have our usual June Gloom marine layer… fog most of the day – but usually get a break for a few hours in the afternoon).
      Glad you are feeling better! That end of year is always so busy.
      You've done a wonderful job on our favorite fish! Mahi mahi is big around our household and we have it up to 3 times a week! Love the combo you've done!
      Happy Summer, Dennis!

      Reply
    5. Megan @ Pip and Ebby

      June 14, 2011 at 2:45 pm

      What a delicious-looking splurge! I love mahi-mahi and it's been far too long since I've eaten it. Congrats on your 200th post!!

      Reply
    6. Julie M.

      June 14, 2011 at 1:58 pm

      Yay for summer break! I've been catching up on sleep as well and it feels great. Speaking of great, this fish can visit my plate any day! Just gorgeous.

      I'll be in Delaware next week and we're taking a day trip up to Phili. I'll send you my cell number, I'd love to meet up! I'll have a couple kids and a friend with me, but if you don't mind that I'm all in!

      Reply
    7. Emily Malloy

      June 14, 2011 at 1:38 pm

      This has me STARVING.

      Reply
    8. Wendy Irene

      June 14, 2011 at 5:31 am

      Chef Dennis, Congratulations on your 200th post!! I wish I was able to share a meal with you but how about a virtual hug for all your inspiration. I hope you and your wife have a wonderful week!

      Reply
    9. Marguerite

      June 14, 2011 at 3:30 am

      Love grilled seafood and this Mahi-Mahi and lump crabmeat looks amazingly scrumptious! And a very healthy meal, too! Thanks for sharing this wonderful recipe and congrats on your 200th post! Happy Summer!

      Reply
    10. Cassie @ Bake Your Day

      June 14, 2011 at 1:31 am

      This looks and sounds so appetizing! I love grilled Mahi-Mahi, you did it very lovely!

      Reply
    11. Torviewtoronto

      June 13, 2011 at 11:38 pm

      healthy delicious flavours lovely post Dennis

      Reply
    12. Monet

      June 13, 2011 at 10:38 pm

      I can't wait to follow you in the next 200…you are such an inspiration. I am glad to see such a fresh and delicious fish recipe. This seems like heaven (and I know Ryan would adore it…he is such a fan of crab!) Thank you for sharing such an inspiring recipe. I want to get into my kitchen now. I hope you are having a beautiful and bountiful Monday!

      Reply
    13. Pegasuslegend

      June 13, 2011 at 9:54 pm

      I saw crab and that's all it took my favorite and with Mahi a huge bonus great recipe~ congrats on all your posts!

      Reply
    14. anniebakes

      June 13, 2011 at 9:35 pm

      You're so mysterious!! Can't wait 'til Monday, and I LOVE mahi-mahi, thanks for bringing it up, now I'm off to the store! anne

      Reply
    15. RavieNomNoms

      June 13, 2011 at 9:35 pm

      Congrats on your 200th post! That is amazing!!

      This dish is just…wow, it is to die for! So much so my heaven on a plate!

      Reply
    16. Christine's Pantry

      June 13, 2011 at 6:44 pm

      Congrats on your 200th post, Chef Dennis! Love your blog!

      Great recipe! Yummy!

      Reply
    17. Michael Toa

      June 13, 2011 at 5:38 pm

      Congrats on your 200th post Chef! I look forward to reading more…
      The mahi-mahi looks fantastic! Love it.

      Reply
    18. FamilySpice

      June 13, 2011 at 4:51 pm

      We love Mahi-Mahi. It really is a fabulous fish. Congrats on post #200!

      Reply
    19. Katrina {In Katrina's Kitchen}

      June 13, 2011 at 4:33 pm

      200?!? Woo-hooo!! Congrats! You know I've said I'm not a huge lover of fish (mostly because I can never get it quite right) but I do love mahi-mahi! Mmm! Perfect! ♥- K

      Reply
    20. Pretend Chef

      June 13, 2011 at 1:45 pm

      Congrats on the 200th post! A great one for the occasion. I really like mahi mahi but with the crabmeat it takes it over the top. Yummy! Enjoy your 9 weeks of bliss. Get lots of rest and sunshine!

      Reply
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