A fast-growing, surface-dwelling pelagic fish found in offshore tropical and subtropical waters of the Indian Ocean. Prized by Indian anglers for its aggressive strikes, acrobatic jumps, and excellent sport value. Scientific name: Coryphaena hippurus.
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Firm, moist white flesh with a mild, slightly sweet flavour. Versatile and holds up well to grilling, frying, and curries.
Large central backbone with few small bones; easy to fillet and debone.
In our species guide, the main season for Mahi-mahi is October to May.
In November, our outlook shows it in season around Chennai, Goa, Kochi, Mumbai and Port Blair.
Annual sea fishing bans: East coast annual fishing ban (15 Apr – 14 Jun); West coast monsoon fishing ban (1 Jun – 31 Jul). Fewer boats land fresh sea fish during these weeks.
In our species guide, the main season for Mahi-mahi is October to May. In November, our outlook shows it in season around Chennai, Goa, Kochi, Mumbai and Port Blair.
Firm, moist white flesh with a mild, slightly sweet flavour. Versatile and holds up well to grilling, frying, and curries. Large central backbone with few small bones; easy to fillet and debone.
Popular dishes include Mahi-mahi fry (Goa, Karnataka coast), Dolphin fish curry (Kerala, Tamil Nadu), Grilled mahi-mahi steaks (Coastal resorts) and Mahi-mahi tikka (Mumbai, Goa).
On the Fishing Journey Fish Market, FSSAI-registered sellers list fresh catch as lots. Bid up to your maximum or use Buy now where it is offered, pay from your wallet within 2 hours of winning and collect the fish with your pickup code.
Mechanised and motorised boats stop fishing at sea during the annual bans (East coast annual fishing ban (15 Apr – 14 Jun); West coast monsoon fishing ban (1 Jun – 31 Jul)), so less fresh sea fish is landed in those weeks. Check the Fish Market for live lots.
Mahi-mahi fishing guide: bait, season and spots
