Description
A simple and quick recipe for perfectly cooked salmon using an air fryer, resulting in a moist interior and slightly crisp exterior.
Ingredients
- 2 salmon fillets (about 6 oz each, 1-inch thick)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1/4 tsp dried dill (optional)
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- Lemon wedges, for serving
Instructions
- Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 5 minutes if your model requires preheating.
- Pat salmon fillets dry with paper towels. This helps achieve a crispier exterior.
- Brush both sides of the salmon fillets with olive oil.
- In a small bowl, combine garlic powder, paprika, dried dill (if using), salt, and pepper. Sprinkle the seasoning mixture evenly over both sides of the salmon fillets.
- Lightly grease the air fryer basket or line it with parchment paper designed for air fryers (ensure air can still circulate).
- Place the seasoned salmon fillets in the air fryer basket in a single layer, ensuring they don’t overlap.
- Air fry for 8-12 minutes, depending on the thickness of your salmon and your desired doneness. For a 1-inch thick fillet, 10 minutes is usually perfect for medium-well. The internal temperature should reach 145°F (63°C) for medium-cooked.
- Carefully remove the salmon from the air fryer basket.
- Serve immediately with lemon wedges.
Notes
- Patting the salmon dry is crucial for a crispier skin/surface.
- Adjust cooking time based on fillet thickness; thicker fillets require more time.
- For medium-cooked salmon, aim for an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).