Air Fryer Mahi Mahi

blackened mahi mahi fillets in air fryer basket

5 from 2 votes

Air Fryer Mahi Mahi is a quick seafood dinner with flaky fish, bold blackening seasoning, and a creamy dill caper sauce. This easy air fryer fish recipe cooks fast, keeps cleanup simple, and makes a flavorful weeknight meal with rice, vegetables, tacos, or a fresh salad.

Prep Time5

Cook Time8

Total Time8

Course: Air Fryer

Cuisine: American

Keyword: air fryer mahi mahi, blackened mahi mahi, cajun mahi mahi

Servings: servings

Author: Joshua Boquist

Equipment

Ingredients

Blackening Spice Mixture (or use store-bought blackening spice)

1 tbsp smoked paprika
1 tbsp garlic powder
1 tbsp oregano dried
2 tsp thyme dried
1 tsp sugar
1 tsp black pepper
¾ tsp salt
¼ tsp cayenne pepper use more if you like it spicier

For the Mahi Mahi

4 fillets mahi mahi about 6 oz each
2 tbsp vegetable oil

Dill Caper Sauce

½ cup mayonnaise
1 tbsp lemon juice
1 tbsp dill freshly chopped
2 tsp capers rinsed and chopped
2 tsp sweet pickle relish
1 tsp Dijon mustard

Instructions

Preheat the air fryer to 400°F.
Combine the spices in a wide, shallow dish. You can use a casserole dish or sheet pan.
Use a paper towel to pat the mahi mahi filets dry, then brush or spray them with a thin coat of oil.
Place the fillets in the dish and coat the mahi mahi in the blackening seasoning, pressing down to get the spices to adhere to the fish.
Transfer the mahi mahi to the air fryer in a single layer. If you have a small air fryer, cook the fillets in batches.
Air fry for 8 to 10 minutes, flipping the fish halfway through the cooking time. If the fish filets are less than ½ inch thick, reduce the cooking time to 4 to 5 minutes. Use a thermometer or fork to test for doneness. It should flake easily when done cooking.

For the Dill Caper Sauce

Combine all the ingredients for the dill sauce in a small dish. Serve the sauce with the blackened mahi mahi.

Notes

Don't overcrowd the air fryer basket. This helps to ensure that the fish cooks evenly.
If you use frozen mahi mahi, ensure they are completely thawed before you cook them. The blackening seasoning will not stick well to frozen filets.
If you have an instant-read thermometer, the fish should reach an internal temperature of 140°F to 145°F. If you don't have a thermometer, use a fork to see if the fish flakes easily.

Storing Leftovers

In the fridge. Store the mahi mahi in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
In the freezer. Store the mahi mahi in an airtight container or vacuum bag for up to 6 months.
Store the sauce in the fridge in an airtight container for 5-7 days.

Reheating Leftovers

Reheat the mahi mahi in the air fryer at 400°F for 3-5 minutes on each side. If frozen, let the mahi mahi thaw completely before reheating in the air fryer.

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