Mahi Mahi Parmesan Appetizer Bites Recipe

Tuesday, September 6, 2011

Now that is game season is upon us, I just wanted to try something different. Being we are all fish lovers here, I decided to beer batter some Mahi Mahi, then add our favorite tomato sauce, mozzarella a What a great new addition to our appetizers!

Beer Batter

1 cup of all purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon of each, parsley, oregano, basil
2 tablespoons of paprika
2 teaspoons salt
2 teaspoons black pepper
1/4 teaspoon of cayenne pepper
1 egg
1 12 ounce can or bottle of beer
2 quarts of cooking oil for frying: heat to around 375
1 jar of favorite marinara sauce or make homemade marinara click here
1 package shredded whole milk mozzarella
grated parmesan
2 pounds of firm white fish such as Mahi Mahi, Snapper, or other preferred white fish cut into small chunks
Combine all dry ingredients, add egg then beer beat till smooth. Dip fish chunks in batter and fry in hot oil until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.
On a large baking sheet lined with parchment paper, place fried chunks of mahi on the sheet. Spoon favorite marinara sauce on top, add shredded cheese. Place in oven on 400 just till cheese melts. Sprinkle with grated parmesan cheese and serve.

32 comments

FedericaSeptember 6, 2011 at 12:52 AM
What an original recipe! I've never tried a similar combination of ingredients to cook fish. Your appetizer looks really tasty. Bye, have a great day
DzoliSeptember 6, 2011 at 2:13 AM
Yes!Great way to have fish as appetizer.And a tasty one(althhough I do not know that fish) I love the look of it;)
GregSeptember 6, 2011 at 7:22 AM
I love it when the fish are biting but I love it more when the fish are bites with tomato sauce and cheese.
unikornaSeptember 6, 2011 at 7:57 AM
A very delicate and refined dish :).
marifra79September 6, 2011 at 9:49 AM
Mi piace questa ricetta e mi piace tanto la presentazione!! Farei un figurone.... un abbraccio e buonissima serata
anthony stemkeSeptember 6, 2011 at 10:51 AM
These batter fried fish chunks look great, the pictures are very appealing.
I wonder if you used a bland American lager or a malty microbrew.
It's impossible for me to fry fish without the obligatory hush puppies. Everyone demands it.
Pretend ChefSeptember 6, 2011 at 2:35 PM
Perfect Game Day snack. These look so delicious.
LizzySeptember 6, 2011 at 5:47 PM
What a great appetizer! Love that you've topped it with cheese and marinara...yummy!
ClaudiaSeptember 6, 2011 at 7:02 PM
Love that coating. I could eat the plate! Wish Mahi Mahi was more accessible here... dreaming Florida dreams...
DrickSeptember 6, 2011 at 8:55 PM
way to go, this sounds excellent, love that batter and then the marinara and gooey cheese, oh goodness - touchdown
5 Star FoodieSeptember 6, 2011 at 10:00 PM
A very original and tasty appetizer!
Vicki BensingerSeptember 6, 2011 at 10:59 PM
That's a fun twist and they sound delicious! You're very creative. How were they?
CurtSeptember 7, 2011 at 8:51 AM
I must admit, I've never had cheese on fish. I have a feeling I've been missing out!
MarySeptember 7, 2011 at 9:27 AM
These sound delicious and I'm sure they would disappear at my table. I really like the clarity of your recipe and I suspect it produces a memorable appetizer. I hope you are having a great day. Blessings...Mary
Emily MalloySeptember 7, 2011 at 10:38 AM
Claudia, this is amazing!
FOODESSASeptember 7, 2011 at 2:03 PM
As a matter of fact, the last time I had a lovely dish with mahi mahi was when I was last in Florida. I've, never made it in my cucina...gotta change that.

Your beer batter would be perfectly versatile towards any of my other favourite fishes. Thanks ;o)

Have a great weekend,
Claudia
marlaSeptember 7, 2011 at 9:52 PM
Such a fabulous high protein appetizer!
ReeniSeptember 7, 2011 at 10:01 PM
Your beer battered fish looks incredibly good! Love that you topped it with mozzarella!
ShelbySeptember 8, 2011 at 5:00 AM
looks fun Claudia (and yummy!). Would you believe I have never had mahi mahi!
Sandi GSeptember 8, 2011 at 10:12 AM
Just buzzed you. They look amazing!
My Little SpaceSeptember 8, 2011 at 11:56 AM
No jokes at all, Claudia. This sounds really really good. Believe me, don't let me in to your house or you're going to regret. hahaha...
Kristy
ErinSeptember 8, 2011 at 12:52 PM
How cute are these! What a great idea for football Sunday! Kind of like a meatball on a toothpick, only better!
JoySeptember 8, 2011 at 1:29 PM
Great recipe.
TinaSeptember 8, 2011 at 1:50 PM
How unique it is to have fish as an appetizer. Claudia you do have a creative mind when it comes to food! These little gems are simply awesome-buzz!
Stephanie @ Eat. Drink. Love.September 8, 2011 at 2:16 PM
Great idea for a healthier and more elegant appetizer! I'd love to eat these over a bunch of fried stuff!
redkathySeptember 8, 2011 at 3:14 PM
Creative and beautiful Claudia! Love the seasonings. I'm gonna try this with a bit of smoked paprika and pepper jack cheese to kick it up a bit! Thanks GF :)
JenniferSeptember 9, 2011 at 6:52 PM
That looks so wonderful. We need to eat more fish - love it but don't eat enough!
Dee Dee's DelightsSeptember 10, 2011 at 10:47 AM
Congrats on the top 9! These look soooooo good!!
CatherineSeptember 10, 2011 at 5:30 PM
What a beautiful and healthy appetizer. I have had this once and I love this fish. Blessings, Catherine ox
AnnSeptember 15, 2011 at 8:31 PM
These are really terrific, Claudia! I love appetizers that are healthy and delicious and it's not always the easiest thing to achieve! Nicely done!
KelseySeptember 20, 2011 at 9:09 AM
This looks great as an appetizer. I'm always looking for bite-size things to take to potlucks. I'm in a co-ed fraternity and we have a MILLION potlucks.
Emily MalloySeptember 23, 2011 at 2:45 PM
These look PERFECT