🐟 Fish
Crispy Air Fryer Mahi Mahi with Panko Crust
Panko-crusted mahi mahi fillets seasoned and air-fried until golden and crispy. A quick and healthy recipe perfect for a light dinner.
🥘 Ingredients
mahi mahi fillets — 450-700 g (1-1.5 lbs)
olive oil — 2 tablespoons
panko breadcrumbs — 2 cups (about 200g)
paprika — 1 teaspoon
garlic powder — 1/2 teaspoon
onion powder — 1/2 teaspoon
salt — 1/2 teaspoon
black pepper — 1/2 teaspoon
lemon wedges (for serving, optional)
cooking oil spray
👨🍳 Steps
1Preheat the air fryer to 200°C (400°F).
2If the mahi mahi fillets are wet, pat them dry with paper towels.
3Place the fillets on a large plate and brush or drizzle with olive oil, ensuring all sides are coated.
4In a shallow bowl, mix together panko breadcrumbs, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
5Take each fillet and press it into the breadcrumb mixture, coating evenly on all sides.
6Place the breaded fillets in a single layer in the air fryer basket, without touching each other.
7Spray generously with cooking oil spray.
8Cook for 12-15 minutes, turning the fillets halfway through and spraying the other side with oil spray, until golden and flaky.
9Serve immediately with lemon wedges, if desired.
🛒 Shopping List
1 to 1 1/2 pounds mahi mahi fillets, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 2 cups panko breadcrumbs, 1 teaspoon paprika, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/2 teaspoon onion powder, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, lemon wedges (optional), cooking oil spray