Cody Casey
Cooking salmon in an air fryer is a quick and easy way to prepare a tasty and healthy meal. With an air fryer, you can have a delicious, flaky and tender salmon fillet ready in under 15 minutes. The air fryer's circulating air cooks the salmon quickly and evenly, resulting in a moist and succulent dish with a crispy crust. This method is perfect for a small dinner for two and can be paired with steamed rice and vegetables.
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What You'll Learn
Seasoning: garlic powder, paprika, salt, pepper, and olive oil
Cooking salmon in an air fryer is a quick and easy way to prepare a tasty and nutritious meal. The key to delicious air-fried salmon is in the seasoning, and a simple blend of garlic powder, paprika, salt, pepper, and olive oil can take your fish to the next level.
Start by patting your 6 oz salmon fillet dry with a paper towel. Removing the moisture will ensure your salmon doesn't end up soggy. Next, brush the fillet with olive oil. This step is important as it helps the seasoning stick to the fish and keeps the salmon from drying out during cooking.
Now it's time to season. In a small bowl, mix together garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. You can eyeball the measurements here and adjust to your taste preferences. Sprinkle the seasoning mixture generously over the salmon fillet, ensuring an even coating.
Once your salmon is prepared, set up your air fryer. Place the salmon fillet, skin-side down, in the air fryer basket. If you're using foil, add it to the bottom of the basket and spritz it with a little cooking spray first. This helps to achieve that crispy texture. Set the air fryer to 390°F and let it heat up for about 5 minutes. Then, air fry your salmon for around 10 minutes, or until it's cooked to your liking. The internal temperature should reach 145°F for well-done salmon, or 135°F for a medium finish.
And that's it! A simple, tasty, and healthy meal, ready in under 15 minutes.
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Temperature and timing: 390°F for 8-10 minutes
To cook 6 oz of salmon in an air fryer, set the temperature to 390°F and the timer to 8-10 minutes. The cooking time may vary depending on the thickness of the fillets and the type of air fryer you have. For example, if your fillets are extra thick, you may need to add a minute or two to the cooking time.
It is recommended that you preheat the air fryer for about 5 minutes before cooking to ensure crispy edges. While the air fryer is preheating, you can pat the salmon dry with paper towels to prevent sogginess and brush the fillets with melted butter or olive oil.
Once the air fryer has preheated, place the salmon fillets skin-side down in the air fryer basket, which has been sprayed with nonstick cooking spray. For salmon with crispy skin, you can place the fillets skin-side down and cook them all the way through like this, or flip them halfway through.
The salmon is done when it reaches an internal temperature of 145°F (or 135°F for medium-rare). You can use an instant-read thermometer to check the internal temperature of the salmon. The salmon will also be flaky when it is done and can be easily pulled apart with a fork.
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Internal temperature: 145°F or 135°F if you like it medium
The internal temperature of your salmon is the best way to check if it's cooked to your liking. The FDA recommends that salmon should be cooked to an internal temperature of 145°F in the thickest part of the fillet. If you like your salmon medium, you can remove it from the air fryer when it reaches 135°F and let it rest for a few minutes—the residual heat will continue to cook the fish and bring it up to temperature.
To check the internal temperature of your salmon, you can use an instant-read thermometer. Insert it into the thickest part of the fillet and check that it has reached 145°F. If you prefer your salmon medium, you can remove it from the air fryer at 135°F and let it rest for a few minutes. The carry-over cooking will bring it up to the final temperature, and your salmon will be moist and flaky.
It's important to note that the cooking time for salmon in an air fryer can vary depending on the thickness of the fillets and the model of your air fryer. Most sources recommend cooking 6 oz salmon fillets in an air fryer for around 8 to 10 minutes at 390°F. However, it's always a good idea to check on your salmon a few minutes early to prevent overcooking.
Additionally, if you prefer your salmon with crispy skin, it's best to cook it skin-side down in the air fryer. This helps protect the fish and crisps up the skin. If you prefer your salmon without the skin, you can easily peel it off after cooking.
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Skin on or skin off: it's your choice
Air-frying salmon is a quick and easy way to cook salmon, resulting in a flaky centre and crispy edges. The skin is edible and nutritious, but it's your choice whether to keep it on or take it off.
If you like the sound of crispy skin, cook your salmon skin-side down for 8 to 10 minutes at 390°F. The skin will protect the fish, and you can peel it off after cooking if you prefer. You can also cook the skin separately to get it extra crispy.
If you don't want to eat the skin, you can remove it before cooking. You can also cook the salmon skin-side down to stop it from burning, and this will still give you a nice crust on the other side.
Whether you like your salmon skin-on or skin-off, remember to pat it dry with a paper towel before cooking to avoid sogginess. Season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika, and serve with a squeeze of lemon.
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Glazes: maple dijon, teriyaki, or spicy honey
Maple Dijon Glaze
Combine maple syrup, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, salt, and pepper in a bowl and whisk until well combined. Add the salmon to the marinade, ensuring each side is coated, and leave to marinate for 20 minutes. Lightly spray the air fryer basket with olive oil or cooking spray. Remove the salmon from the marinade and place the fillets in the basket, ensuring there is room around each piece. Cook at 400°F for 6-7 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes with a fork.
Teriyaki Glaze
Combine mirin, sake, soy sauce, and brown sugar in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir until the sugar dissolves, then bring the mixture to a gentle boil. Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the mixture has thickened. Allow the teriyaki sauce to cool before coating the salmon fillets and placing them in the air fryer, skin-side down. Cook at 400°F for 7-9 minutes. Brush the fillets with the thickened teriyaki sauce after cooking for extra flavor and a beautiful glaze.
Spicy Honey Glaze
Combine honey, soy sauce, and garlic or garlic powder in a bowl and whisk together. Marinate the salmon fillet with half of the sauce in the fridge for 30 minutes. Preheat the air fryer to 400°F and place the salmon fillets in the basket. Cook for around 8 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes with a fork.
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Frequently asked questions
It takes about 8 minutes to cook two 6-ounce salmon fillets to a medium-rare finish. If you prefer your salmon to be more well-done, add another 2-4 minutes to the cooking time.
Preheat your air fryer to 390-400°F.
The salmon is done when it reaches an internal temperature of 145°F. If you prefer your salmon medium-rare, remove it from the air fryer when it reaches 135°F and let it rest—the residual heat will bring it up to temperature.
Brush the salmon fillets with olive oil or melted butter, then sprinkle with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
