Description
This Air Fryer Salmon recipe offers a juicy, tender, and flavorful salmon fillet featuring a sweet and savory brown sugar garlic rub. Using an air fryer ensures perfectly cooked salmon with crispy edges in just 10 minutes, making it an easy and quick meal solution.
Ingredients
Salmon
- 1 pound salmon fillet
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Seasoning Rub
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
- Season the salmon: Start by seasoning the salmon fillet with salt and pepper on both sides to enhance the natural flavors of the fish.
- Prepare the rub: In a small bowl, combine 2 tablespoons brown sugar, 1 teaspoon chili powder, 1/2 teaspoon paprika, 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning, and 1 teaspoon garlic powder. Mix until well incorporated.
- Apply the rub: Evenly rub the spice and brown sugar mixture all over the salmon fillet, ensuring a good coating on each side for maximum flavor.
- Preheat and arrange salmon in air fryer: Place the salmon skin side down in the basket of your air fryer. Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (204°C).
- Cook the salmon: Cook the salmon at 400°F for 10 minutes. For additional vegetables like asparagus, add them to the basket after 5 minutes so everything finishes cooking together.
- Serve: Remove the salmon from the air fryer when it reaches an internal temperature of 145°F and has a tender, flaky texture. Serve immediately for the best taste.
Notes
- Ensure salmon is fresh for the best flavor and texture.
- Adjust seasoning amounts according to taste preferences.
- Use a meat thermometer to check for doneness, aiming for 145°F internal temperature.
- Adding vegetables like asparagus midway in cooking allows them to steam and roast alongside the salmon.
- If your air fryer basket is small, cook salmon in batches to avoid overcrowding.
- Leftover salmon can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days.
