Description
Quick, flavorful air‑fried salmon—crispy on the outside, tender and flaky inside—ready in under 15 minutes.
Ingredients
- 2 (6‑oz) salmon fillets, thawed
- 1 tsp olive oil (or spray cooking oil)
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- Optional flavorings: mixed herbs, garlic powder, lemon slices, glaze (e.g., mustard, honey, soy sauce)
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 400 °F (≈200 °C). If your model heats quickly, a few minutes is enough. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}
- Pat salmon dry, rub lightly with olive oil or spray the basket to prevent sticking. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
- Season with salt, pepper, and optional herbs/spices. Optionally, place lemon slices underneath. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}
- Place salmon skin‑side down (if applicable) in a single layer, allowing space between fillets for airflow. :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}
- Cook at 400 °F for about **10 minutes** for 1‑inch‑thick fillets; adjust time for thicker or thinner pieces. :contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4}
- Alternatively, air‑fry at 350 °F for 8 minutes until internal temperature reaches 135–140 °F for moist, medium doneness. :contentReference[oaicite:5]{index=5}
- For frozen salmon: pre‑cook at 400 °F for 5 minutes to thaw, season, then cook an additional 5–7 minutes or until done. :contentReference[oaicite:6]{index=6}
- Rest salmon for 3–5 minutes before serving to allow juices to redistribute. :contentReference[oaicite:7]{index=7}
Notes
- Cooking time varies with fillet thickness—thin tail pieces cook faster. :contentReference[oaicite:8]{index=8}
- Don’t overcrowd the basket; moisture buildup can reduce crispness. :contentReference[oaicite:9]{index=9}
- Use a meat thermometer to check doneness—about 145 °F or 135–140 °F for medium. :contentReference[oaicite:10]{index=10}
- Air fry works great even for frozen salmon—no fishy smell, plus super convenient. :contentReference[oaicite:11]{index=11}
- Although air‑fried salmon is quick and convenient, it can dry if overcooked—staying attentive helps. :contentReference[oaicite:12]{index=12}
- Prep Time: 2 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes (plus resting)
- Category: Main Dish / Seafood
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: Contemporary / Healthy
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 (6‑oz) fillet
- Calories: 315 kcal
- Sugar: 0–2 g
- Sodium: varies (approx 200‑300 mg without added salt)
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: approx. 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 0–3 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 34 g
- Cholesterol: 94 mg
