Let’s talk about the game-changer, which is air fryer salmon! Seriously, this recipe is so simple and so delicious that it’s bound to become your new go-to. I’ve been in the kitchen game for over a decade, testing everything from fancy kitchen gadgets to every cooking hack you can imagine. But nothing – and I mean NOTHING – has revolutionized my weeknight dinners quite like this 10-minute air fryer salmon recipe.
Now, don’t get me wrong, salmon in a skillet is tasty… but it leaves your kitchen smelling like a seafood restaurant for hours. Not ideal, right? Broiling or baking salmon? A solid option! But firing up your oven for just a couple of fillets feels like overkill. Plus, who wants to deal with lingering fish smells after? Not me!
Enter the air fryer. It’s fast, clean, and SO efficient. Seriously, I’ve been eating more seafood than ever because this method is that good. No more fishy stovetop mess, no more energy-guzzling oven. Just delicious, perfectly cooked salmon in under 15 minutes. Yep, you read that right: from start to finish, you can have a gorgeous, medium-rare salmon fillet packed with protein in less time than it takes to order takeout.
Here’s why the air fryer is perfect for salmon: its super-convection magic gives the outer layer that crispy, golden crust we all love while keeping the inside tender and juicy. And guess what? It’s not just efficient—it’s also eco-friendly! The air fryer heats up in a couple of minutes and uses less energy than your big ol’ oven. Plus, say goodbye to that oily, splattering mess you’d get from cooking on the stovetop.
Ready to make the easiest salmon ever? Here’s how:
Best Air Fryer Salmon
Equipment
- Air Fryer
- Whisk
- Small Bowl
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp soy sauce or tamari
- 1 tsp brown sugar
- 1 green onion diced
- Salmon filet
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Parchment paper optional
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat the air fryer to 380 degrees F on either "air fry" or "roast."
- Step 2: Whisk together olive oil, brown sugar, soy sauce and green onion.
- Step 3: Pat the salmon filet dry and place it in the air fryer on top of parchment paper (paper optional).
- Step 4: Pour soy sauce mixture over salmon and brush to coat completely.
- Step 5: Close the basket and cook for about 8 minutes, checking with a fork or internal probe for doneness (cook a minute or two more if you prefer your salmon medium well or well done).
And voilà! Perfect, flaky salmon with a crispy edge and none of the hassle.
So, if you’re ready to up your seafood game (and save yourself a ton of cleanup), air-fried salmon is your new best friend. If you’re wondering which air fryer will make your life the easiest, I love the Cuisinart Air Fryer Convection Toaster. It provides a large frying space and different settings, making it a versatile kitchen appliance.
Now go forth and get cooking – your taste buds (and your kitchen) will thank you!
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