Air Fryer Salmon! This innovative method delivers a restaurant-worthy experience right in your own kitchen. Forget about greasy pans and lengthy cook times. Air frying locks in moisture, resulting in flaky, succulent salmon with a beautifully crisp crust.
It’s incredibly simple, requiring minimal cleanup, and ideal for busy weeknight meals. Season your salmon with your favorite herbs and spices, pop it in the air fryer, and within minutes you’ll have a delicious and nutritious main course ready to impress.
Ingredients
- Salmon fillets (1-2, skin-on or off, your preference)
- Olive oil
- Salt
- Pepper
- Garlic powder (optional)
- Paprika (optional)
Instructions
1. Prep the salmon:
- Pat the salmon fillets dry with a paper towel. This helps the seasoning stick better.
- If you prefer skinless salmon, remove the skin with a sharp knife.
2. Season the salmon:
- In a small bowl, combine olive oil, salt, pepper, and any other spices you like (garlic powder, paprika are popular choices).
- Rub the seasoning mixture onto both sides of the salmon fillets.
3. Cook the salmon:
- Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
- Place the salmon fillets in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Don’t overcrowd the basket, cook in batches if needed.
- Air fry the salmon for 8-10 minutes, or until the salmon flakes easily with a fork.
Tips
- The cooking time may vary depending on the thickness of your salmon fillets and the specific model of your air fryer.
- Check the salmon for doneness after 8 minutes and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes if needed.
- For a crispy crust, you can spray the salmon with a light coating of olive oil before air frying.
- You can add a glaze or sauce to the salmon after cooking for extra flavor.