Oven Baked Mahi Mahi with Orange and Graham Cracker Crust
Elevate your seafood dinners with this vibrant and flavorful Oven Baked Mahi Mahi with Orange and Graham Cracker Crust. This easy-to-make dish features tender mahi-mahi fillets coated in a luscious glaze of fresh orange juice, zest, and honey, then topped with a crispy, golden graham cracker crust infused with garlic and spices. The balance of sweet citrus notes and buttery crunch makes this recipe perfect for entertaining or a special weeknight treat. Ready in just 35 minutes, it’s both quick and elegant, making it a show-stopping centerpiece for any meal. Garnished with fresh parsley, this baked mahi-mahi pairs beautifully with roasted vegetables, a light salad, or fluffy quinoa for a wholesome and unforgettable dining experience. Keywords: oven baked mahi mahi, orange and graham cracker crust, easy seafood dinner recipe, citrus glaze mahi mahi, quick baked fish recipe.
Smart Nutrition Tracking with SnapCalorie
Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces (6 oz each) Mahi Mahi fillets
- 6 sheets (crushed into fine crumbs) Graham crackers
- 0.25 cups Fresh orange juice
- 1 teaspoons Orange zest
- 2 tablespoons Honey
- 2 tablespoons (melted) Unsalted butter
- 0.5 teaspoons Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
- 1 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons (chopped, for garnish) Fresh parsley
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it with olive oil.
In a small bowl, combine the fresh orange juice, orange zest, honey, and melted butter. Whisk until well mixed. Set aside.
In another bowl, mix the crushed graham crackers, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper to create the crust mixture.
Pat the mahi-mahi fillets dry with a paper towel and brush each piece lightly with olive oil on both sides. Place the fillets on the prepared baking sheet.
Spoon the orange mixture evenly over the top of each fillet, allowing it to coat the surface generously.
Sprinkle the graham cracker crust mixture on top of the orange-coated fillets, pressing gently to adhere the crust.
Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 18-20 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the fish flakes easily with a fork.
Remove the mahi-mahi from the oven, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
375 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 15.0 g | 19% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.3 g | 27% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 121 mg | 40% | |
| Sodium | 463 mg | 20% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 25.9 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.5 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.0 g | ||
| Protein | 34.4 g | 69% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.7 mcg | 29% | |
| Calcium | 38 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 1.4 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 674 mg | 14% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
