Can You Put Salmon In An Air Fryer? (read this first)

Probably the best new kitchen appliance of the 21st century has to be the air fryer. Air fryers are so versatile, easy to use and fast. You can cook so many meals in an air fryer in a fraction of the time it would take in a conventional oven. 

But, can you cook salmon in an air fryer? Yes, you can and in as little as 8 to 10 minutes.

Why Cook Salmon In An Air Fryer?

There are several reasons why an air fryer should be your “go to” appliance for cooking salmon. Including;

• Perfect results time after time
  Once you get to know your air fryer, you’ll get consistent results every time.
• Healthier way of cooking
  Using an air fryer eliminates the need for lashings of oil.
• The ultimate in fast food
  You can cook your salmon fillets in less than 10 minutes.
• Simplicity itself
  Once the salmon is in the air fryer’s basket, all you do is set the temperature and timer and the air fryer does the rest.
• Energy saving
  As air fryers are countertop appliances, you only need to heat up a small area. Unlike a conventional oven where the whole oven has to be heated.
• Easy to clean
  The air fryer is so easy to clean, all that’s normally needed is a quick wash with warm soapy water. To save on cleaning times you can use an air fryer paper liner in the basket. These liners are made from reinforced parchment paper and keep all of the mess, oils and seasoning inside the liner which can be disposed of after cooking is completed.

How To Cook Salmon In An Air Fryer

This simple to follow recipe will result in perfectly cooked salmon fillets every time.

Ingredients

• 2 salmon fillets
• ½ tablespoon olive oil
• Seasoning

Method

1. Preheat the air fryer to 200 C (400 F)
2. Rub olive oil into each salmon fillet
3. Season with salt & pepper and your favourite spice (paprika, chilli flakes, garlic powder)
4. Spray a small amount of oil onto the air fryer basket
5. Cook for 8 minutes then check to see if the salmon is cooked. It should become flaky when it is done. Or use a meat thermometer, probe the fleshiest part of the fish, the temperature needs to be 63 C (145 F) to be safe to eat
6. Cook for another 1 minute or so if necessary

Helpful Tips

Below are a few tips to ensure you get the most from your air fried salmon.

• Ensure the salmon fillets are roughly the same size
  As long as the salmon fillets are about the same size, they will cook at the same time.
• Use a fork to see if they’re cooked properly
  The time needed to cook salmon in an air fryer depends on the size and thickness of the fish and the make and model of your air fryer. The only way to know if the salmon is cooked to perfection is to use a fork and see if it flakes easily. Or use a meat thermometer.
• Always preheat the air fryer before adding the salmon fillets
  To ensure the salmon is cooked correctly, always preheat the air fryer before adding the fillets.
• Use an air fryer paper liner
  These air fryer basket liners are made from reinforced parchment paper and fit into the basket. The salmon is then placed in the liner which prevents the salmon from sticking to the basket.
• Never overfill the basket
  The salmon fillets should be placed in the air fryer basket allowing a gap between each piece. This ensures that the fish cooks evenly and is crisp on the outside all over.
• Spread Dijon mustard over each fillet before seasoning
  To make the salmon even more mouth wateringly delicious, spread a thin layer of Dijon mustard over each fillet before seasoning.

SEE ALSO: 

• Can You Put Cheese In An Air Fryer?
• Can You Put Corn On The Cob In An Air Fryer?
• Can You Put Breaded Chicken In An Air Fryer?
• Can You Put Broccoli In An Air Fryer?

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