Mahi mahi is a species of dolphin fish that is plentiful in several tropical oceans and is easy to cook, making it popular with commercial fisherman as well as chefs. The species is also known for its colorful appearance. Mahi mahi is available year-round in the United States and South America.
Definition
Mahi mahi means "strong strong" in Hawaiian and is a type of dolphin fish.
Features
Mahi mahi fish are known for their gold and green scales that can become iridescent in the sunlight.
Geography
Mahi mahi are tropical fish that live in the waters of South America in the Pacific Ocean, in the Caribbean and in the waters of the Atlantic Ocean south of New Jersey in the United States.
Size
The species can greatly range in size. Some are as small as 2 pounds, and the largest can reach up to 50 pounds.
Misconceptions
Although mahi mahi are a type of dolphin fish, they are not mammals and do not resemble the porpoises that most associate with the term "dolphin."
Uses
Mahi mahi is a popular fish for culinary purposes because it has a firm texture and mild flavor. It is also low in calories and fat; a 4-oz. serving of mahi mahi has 100 calories and only 1 gram of fat.
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