Description
This Air Fryer Salmon recipe offers a quick and easy way to prepare perfectly cooked, flavorful salmon fillets with a blend of dried oregano, paprika, garlic powder, and other spices. The air fryer ensures a crisp exterior while keeping the salmon tender and juicy inside, making it a healthy and delicious meal option for two.
Ingredients
Scale
Salmon
- 2 salmon fillets, skin-on (6-8 ounces each)
Seasoning Mixture
- 2 teaspoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- ½ teaspoon ground paprika
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
- Preheat Air Fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 400°F for 5 minutes to ensure it is hot and ready for cooking the salmon evenly.
- Prepare Seasoning Mixture: In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, dried oregano, kosher salt, ground black pepper, paprika, and garlic powder until well combined.
- Season the Salmon: Brush the spice mixture evenly over the top of the salmon fillets, ensuring the fillets are well coated with the flavorful seasoning.
- Place Salmon in Air Fryer: Arrange the salmon fillets skin side down in the preheated air fryer basket, allowing space for even air circulation.
- Air Fry the Salmon: Cook the salmon for 8-9 minutes depending on thickness, or until the internal temperature reaches 145°F and the fish flakes easily with a fork.
Notes
- Cooking time may vary based on the thickness of the salmon fillets; thicker pieces may require an additional minute or two.
- For extra crispiness, you can spray the air fryer basket lightly with cooking spray before placing the salmon.
- Make sure not to overcrowd the air fryer basket to ensure even cooking.
- Leftover salmon can be refrigerated for up to 2 days and is great for salads or sandwiches.
- Use a meat thermometer to check for doneness to avoid overcooking.
