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Details About Mahimahi (U.S. troll/pole)

a.k.a. Coryphaena hippurus, common dolphinfish, dorado

Health Details

Adults can safely eat more than 4 meals per month
But due to moderate mercury levels we recommend:
- Kids age 6-12 should eat no more than 3 meals per month
- Kids up to age 6 should eat no more than 2 meals per month

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Eco Details

Of commercially caught fish, mahimahi are one of the fastest -growing and therefore most resilient to fishing pressure.

Fish caught by pole or trolling are better choices over those caught on longlines, which have high levels bycatch, injuring or killing seabirds, sea turtles and sharks.

The U.S. South Atlantic is the only region to proactively manage this species, which is largely unregulated in most parts of the world.

Nutritional Information

Serving = 100 g of raw edible food, wild species.

	Amount per serving
Calories	85 g
Total Fat	0.70 g
Total Protein	18.5 g
Omega-3	0.11 g
Cholesterol	73 mg
Sodium	88 mg

Source: USDA

More About Mahimahi (U.S. troll/pole)

The dolphinfish, or mahimahi, with its crested, round head resembles a dolphin. Males are strikingly colored in a mix of gold, metallic blue and green, with a white and yellow belly. Dolphinfish grow to over 6 feet (1.8 meters) in length but usually live only up to 5 years. The fish may contain ciguatoxin, which causes illness.

Commercial Sources

Mahimahi are found worldwide in the tropical and subtropical waters of the Atlantic, the Pacific and the Indian Oceans.

The main sources of mahimahi are Japan and Taiwan, followed by Brazil and Pakistan. Mahimahi sold in the U.S. market are primarily from Ecuador, Taiwan and Costa Rica.

Capture Methods

Mahimahi come from marine fisheries, not fish farms. They are primarily caught with troll lines and longlines. Additional types of fishing gear include purse seines and drift nets.

Buying & Eating Guide

Recipes

Caribbean Grilled Mahimahi with Tropical Fruit Salsa

A platter of island delights that conjures up tropical breezes, sandy beaches, and the beat of steel drums.
Mahimahi Baked in Grape Leaves

Oven-roasted fish Mediterranean style with couscous.

Flavor and Texture

Mahimahi means strong-strong, a reference to this fish's swimming ability, not flavor. Mahimahi is a mild-tasting, sweet-flavored fish, with a firm texture.

Buying Tips

Mahimahi is usually sold as filets, 1 to 1.5 inches thick, either fresh or frozen. Look for white to pale pink, translucent flesh, without browning or uneven coloring.

This guide is produced in collaboration with the Monterey Bay Aquarium.

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