Mahi Mahi
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Mahi Mahi

Yield
Prep
Total
2 fillets
5m
15m
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Mahi mahi is a meaty fish that stands up to bold seasonings. You can treat it almost like a steak in the air fryer. The full recipe including ingredients, directions, and air frying times are on this page.

  • 2 mahi mahi fillets (about 6 oz each)
  • Oil spray
  • Salt, pepper, and your seasoning of choice (chili lime, jerk, or lemon herb all work great)
Pairs with Lemon Dill, Blackening Spice, Chili Lime, or Taco TuesdaySee all seasonings →
  1. 01Pat the fillets dry.
  2. 02Spray with oil and season on all sides.
  3. 03Ready for the air fryer.
Mahi mahi is a firm, meaty fish that holds up to bold seasoning. It won't flake apart like tilapia or flounder. You can treat it almost like a steak. Internal temp: 137°F for a moist center.
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How to Air Fry It

Temp
Cook
Prep
Flip?
400°F
10m
5m
No
  1. 01Preheat air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
  2. 02Pat the Mahi Mahi fillets completely dry.
  3. 03Spray both sides with oil and apply the Chili Lime or Blackening Spice seasoning.
  4. 04Place fillets in the air fryer basket.
  5. 05Cook for 8-12 minutes depending on thickness.
  6. 06Check for flakiness with a fork and serve immediately.

Lightly spray the basket or tray before cooking.

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