8 Minute Air Fryer Mahi Mahi

Love seafood recipes in the air fryer? Try my air fryer cod, air fryer salmon, and air fryer tilapia. Mahi Mahi is one of my favorite fish to cook with because it’s affordable and easy to find. My air fryer mahi mahi recipe is such a winner because it turns out crispy on the outside, flaky in the middle, and, best of all, in record time!

Why I love this recipe

It’s quick and easy. All you have to do is season the fish, toss it in the air fryer, and wait for it to cook. The cooking time is under 8 minutes. Mild flavor. Mahi Mahi is a classic white fish does does not taste fishy at all! Healthy. The benefit of air-frying Mahi Mahi is that I skip out on all the oil if I were to deep-fry or grill it. Versatile. I keep the seasonings simple, but you can marinate the fish, add some parmesan, or even bread it!

Ingredients needed

Mahi Mahi fish fillets. Choose fillets of equal thickness. Both frozen and fresh fillets can be used. Olive oil. Or any other neutral flavored oil, like avocado oil. Seasonings. I used a mix of garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, kosher salt, and black pepper.

How to cook Mahi Mahi in the air fryer

I’ve included step-by-step photos below to make this recipe easy to follow at home. For the full printable recipe instructions and ingredient quantities, scroll to the recipe card at the bottom of this post. Step 1: Prep. Pat the fish dry with a paper towel and drizzle some olive oil on top. Step 2: Season. Mix the spices in a bowl, then rub all over the fish fillets. Step 3: Air fry. Grease the air fryer basket with oil and add the fish in a single layer. Air fry the Mahi Mahi for 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway through.

Recipe tips and variations

Mahi Mahi cooks very quickly, so I recommend checking on the fish around the 7-minute mark. Always grease the air fryer basket with some oil before cooking the fish, as this will prevent any part of it from sticking to it. Give the fish a panko breading by coating the Mahi Mahi with panko bread crumbs. Change up the seasonings and use lemon pepper, cajun seasoning, or even a chili spice mix.

Storage instructions

To store. Place leftovers in an airtight container and store in the fridge for up to 5 days. I typically pair air fryer mahi mahi with some roasted potatoes, greens (sauteed asparagus and air fryer frozen green beans are classics), or some form of salad. The fish works really well for fish tacos, a replacement for salmon in salmon bowls, or in a fish sandwich. To freeze. Once the fish has cooled, place the fillets in a shallow container and store them in the freezer for up to 6 months.