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Easy Air Fryer Mahi Mahi

A light and flaky white fish dinner that comes together in just a few minutes.

By Recipes By Naniยท ๐ŸŒ Americanยท July 18, 2026
Easy Air Fryer Mahi Mahi
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Prep
5 minutes
Cook
9 minutes
Total
14 minutes
Serves
2

Mahi mahi is one of my favorite fish to cook because it has a mild flavor and holds its shape so well. Using the air fryer makes this dish incredibly easy since it cooks evenly and creates a lovely crust without needing much oil at all.

My top tip for this recipe is to pat your fish fillets very dry with a paper towel before adding your seasonings. This helps the oil and spices stick better, ensuring you get a nice sear on the outside while keeping the inside tender.

๐Ÿงบ Ingredients

  • 2 mahi mahi fillets
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano

๐Ÿ‘ฉโ€๐ŸณInstructions

  1. 1

    Preheat your air fryer to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.

  2. 2

    Pat the mahi mahi fillets dry using paper towels.

  3. 3

    Rub the olive oil all over the fillets.

  4. 4

    In a small bowl, mix the paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, and oregano together.

  5. 5

    Sprinkle the seasoning mix evenly over both sides of the fish.

  6. 6

    Place the fillets into the air fryer basket in a single layer.

  7. 7

    Cook for 7 to 9 minutes, or until the fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.

  8. 8

    Remove carefully and serve warm.

๐Ÿ’ก Tips

Serve this fish with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice and a side of roasted vegetables. If you have leftovers, store them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to two days and reheat gently in the air fryer.

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