Hawaiian Sweet-Glazed Grilled Mahi Mahi Skewers

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Tender mahi mahi skewers grilled and brushed with a sweet and tangy Hawaiian-inspired glaze, perfect for summer cookouts. This caribbean-inspired seafood ready in about 50 minutes pairs pineapple juice, soy sauce, brown sugar for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 40 min Cook: 10 min Serves 4 Caribbean cuisine 280 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup pineapple juice, 3 tbsp soy sauce, 2 tbsp brown sugar, 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger, 2 minced garlic cloves, and 1 tbsp vegetable oil until sugar dissolves.
  2. Step 2: Add 1 lb mahi mahi cubes to the marinade and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
  3. Step 3: Preheat grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Thread the marinated fish cubes evenly onto 8 soaked wooden skewers.
  4. Step 4: Grill the skewers for 3-4 minutes per side, brushing occasionally with remaining marinade, until fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
  5. Step 5: Remove from grill and serve immediately with grilled pineapple slices or steamed rice.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Hawaiian Sweet-Glazed Grilled Mahi Mahi Skewers take to make?

Total time is about 50 minutes (40 min prep + 10 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Hawaiian Sweet-Glazed Grilled Mahi Mahi Skewers?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep pineapple juice from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Hawaiian Sweet-Glazed Grilled Mahi Mahi Skewers?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Hawaiian Sweet-Glazed Grilled Mahi Mahi Skewers for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Hawaiian Sweet-Glazed Grilled Mahi Mahi Skewers?

Caribbean seafood like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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