Air Fryer Mahi Mahi Recipe
This air fryer mahi mahi recipe is quick, simple, and ready to eat in less than 15 minutes! And no need to take time to thaw the fish, you can even cook the fillets right from frozen. Season the fish with your favorite fish seasoning or keep it simple with lemon pepper, like I’ve done here. Serve your fish with an easy veggie and carb for a quick and nutritious meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights. For more dinners that come together quickly, check out my complete dinner collection.
Thawing is optional.
One of my favorite things about cooking fish in the air fryer is that thawing is totally optional! Forgot to pull your protein from the freezer? No problem.
This fish is…
😋 Seriously delicious: Tender and flaky with a golden finish, it’s hard to believe this mahi is so simple!
🛒 Made with simple ingredients: Fish, oil, and a simple seasoning is all you need to make this fish happen.
🐟 Quick-cooking protein: Ready in under 15 minutes, no need to even thaw the fish!
🍽 Weeknight dinner win: Easy enough for any night of the week.
🍋 Bright and fresh: Lemon adds the perfect finishing touch to this meal, don’t skip it!
🧂 Flexible flavor: Season simply or add bold spices, it’s up to you!
If cooking seafood in the air fryer is your jam, I’ve got you! Be sure to try my air fryer lobster tails, air fryer salmon, air fryer tilapia, and air fryer crab cakes next time.
Wow!! This was super easy and tasted fabulous!! Thanks so much. I will use this again and again. –Stephanie
Ingredient Notes
You’ll need just a few ingredients to make this fish: mahi mahi (fresh or frozen), olive oil, sea salt, and black pepper.
Emily’s Tips & Tricks
- Pro tip: Don’t overcrowd the basket! Give each fillet space for even cooking and browning. Work in batches if needed.
- Shortcuts: Cook right from frozen, which cuts down on any sort of prep time!
- Feeding kids without pressure: I would recommend serving the fish in a pinch bowl (taster bowl) if it’s a new or learning-to-like it food. Serve the meal with a few items you know your kids will eat, like fruit, milk, and/or bread and butter. Watch the video below to see a visual on how I served mahi mahi to my own (young) kids.
- Variations: Add some different seasonings to the fish! Cajun, Old Bay, or a fish or seafood seasoning blend.
Air Fryer Mahi Mahi Recipe
- Prep Time: 2 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 14 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Description
EASY air fryer mahi mahi recipe! Made with just 3 ingredients and can be seasoned so many ways! Cook mahi mahi in air fryer right from frozen.
Ingredients
- 2 6–oz. frozen mahi mahi filets
- olive oil
- lemon pepper seasoning
Instructions
- Preheat air fryer to 400 degrees F.
- Spritz mahi mahi with olive oil spritzer and season with lemon pepper on both sides.
- Lay down piece of parchment paper on bottom of air fryer basket and place fish on top.
- Air fry at 400 degrees F for 12-14 minutes, or until cooked through. Edges will be golden brown, flesh will be white, and the fish will flake easily when done cooking
Notes
- Cooking time is frozen mahi mahi. If using thawed fish, decrease cooking time to 8-10 minutes.
- Cook until fish reaches an internal temperature of 145 degrees F.
- Storage: Store any leftover mahi mahi in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 2-3 days. Gently reheat the fish in a hot pan or skillet or 350-degree F air fryer, just until warmed through so you don’t overcook it. Microwaving is not recommended.
- Ingredient notes: Use high-quality fish for best results.
- Special tools: An air fryer is obviously a must, an olive oil spritzer is awesome to have (though not mandatory), and a meat thermometer is also a must!
- Serve with: A simple veggie (haricot verts, or air fryer broccoli) and a simple carb (garlic bread or rice) is all you need.
Serving Suggestions
All this easy fish needs is a simple side or two. I like to add a veggie and a carb!
More Easy Seafood Recipes
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FAQs
You’ll want to cook the fish until it reaches an internal temperature of 145 degrees F with an instant-read meat thermometer.
Yes, you can cook frozen mahi mahi in the air fryer without thawing. That’s one of the reasons why it’s so convenient!
About the Author
Emily Dingmann is a recipe developer, nutrition expert, and founder of My Everyday Table. She specializes in creating easy, healthy recipes that help busy parents feed their families well every single day, without the stress. With a degree in Nutrition and over 20 years of experience, Emily shares family-friendly meals that are practical, nourishing, and full of flavor. Learn more about Emily’s approach to everyday cooking and nutrition here.
Food styling and photography by Loren Runion.
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So easy and the fish is perfectly flaky.
It is SO easy! I’ve got an air fryer salmon recipe coming soon! 🙂
Wow!! This was super easy and tasted fabulous!! Thanks so much. I will use this again and again.
Thanks Stephanie! Glad you enjoyed it.
Do I need to turn fish half way thru?
No need! It cooks pretty evenly in the air fryer.