Description
This Air Fryer Mahi Mahi recipe delivers tender, flaky fish with a flavorful spice rub cooked to perfection in just 10 minutes. Using the air fryer crisps the outside while keeping the fish moist inside, making it a quick and healthy seafood dinner option.
Ingredients
Scale
Fish
- 2 Mahi Mahi fillets (about 6 ounces each)
Marinade & Seasonings
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
To Serve
- Lemon wedges, for serving
- Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat Air Fryer: Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for about 5 minutes to ensure even cooking temperature.
- Prepare Fish: Pat the Mahi Mahi fillets dry with a paper towel to remove excess moisture for better browning.
- Make Marinade: In a small bowl, mix together olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper to form the seasoning marinade.
- Coat Fillets: Rub the marinade evenly over both sides of the Mahi Mahi fillets to season thoroughly.
- Cook Fish: Place the seasoned fillets in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Cook for 8 to 10 minutes, flipping halfway through. The fish will be golden brown and flake easily when done.
- Rest Fillets: Remove the cooked fish from the air fryer and let them rest for one minute to allow juices to settle.
- Garnish & Serve: Serve the mahi mahi with fresh lemon wedges and sprinkle chopped parsley on top to enhance flavor and presentation.
Notes
- Ensure the fillets are dry before seasoning to help the spices adhere better.
- Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket; cook in batches if necessary to ensure even cooking.
- Adjust seasoning quantities to preference, especially salt according to dietary needs.
- Check fish doneness by seeing if it flakes easily with a fork without being mushy.
- Use fresh lemon wedges for the best citrus flavor.
- This recipe can be easily doubled for larger servings.
