Blackened Mahi Mahi (Air Fryer or Stovetop!)
An easy, elevated fish dinner that’s easy enough for a weeknight, but feels like a fancy, dine-out meal! This blackened Mahi Mahi is coated in a homemade Cajun blackened seasoning, and air fried to perfectly tender, buttery fish in no time. From start to finish you’ll have this delicious white fish on your table in under 15 minutes!
Servings 4 servings
Calories 249kcal
Equipment
- 1 12-inch Cast Iron Skillet or 10-inch works - you may need to do the fish in batches of 2
- Air Fryer optional if not using stove top
Ingredients
- 4 mahi mahi fillets about 6 oz each, thawed. I get the frozen fillets from Costco!
- 2 tbsp ghee or vegan butter for dairy free
- 1 tbsp avocado oil
Cajun Spice Rub
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp oregano
- 1 tsp thyme
- ¼ tsp cayenne pepper more if you like heat!
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp pepper
Instructions
- Add the spices into a bowl and mix to combine.
- Make sure the fish is thawed thoroughly. Pat dry with paper towels. Rub the spice mixture all over each fillet, coating it completely and pressing down with your fingers to make it stick.
Stove Top / Skillet
- Heat the butter and oil in a large cast iron skillet. When sizzling hot, add the mahi mahi. Cook for 3-4 minutes without touching, then carefully flip and cook for another 3 minutes. The fish should flake easily at that point.
- Let it rest for a couple of minutes, then serve with a squeeze of lemon on top. I like to serve this with some fruity salsa, potatoes, rice, or veggies!
Air Fryer Mahi Mahi
- Preheat air fryer to 400 for 3 minutes.
- Spray the basket with cooking oil, then add the fillets in an even layer (you may need to do this in batches).
- Air fry for 8 minutes or until the fish flakes easily with a fork. Enjoy!
Notes
Expert Tips
- If you want a spicier blackened seasoning, add more cayenne pepper. If you prefer a very mild spice, omit or decrease the cayenne pepper.
Serving Tips
- Serve with your favorite sides and lemon wedges or slice and make fish tacos with corn tortillas and this homemade mango salsa.
Storage Tips
- Store leftover air fryer Mahi Mahi in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Reheat in the air fryer or stovetop and serve with the salsa.
Nutrition
Serving: 1fillet | Calories: 249kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 32g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 143mg | Sodium: 732mg | Potassium: 739mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 0.1g | Vitamin A: 430IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 40mg | Iron: 2mg