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Crispy Air Fryer Salmon Perfect Recipe 5 Easy Steps for Dinner

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A quick and easy recipe for crispy air fryer salmon with tender, flaky flesh and perfectly crisp skin, made with simple pantry ingredients.

Ingredients

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  • Salmon fillets, skin-on, about 6 ounces (170 grams) each, fresh or thawed
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • Lemon zest from one lemon
  • ¾ teaspoon salt (kosher salt preferred)
  • ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • Optional fresh herbs (dill or parsley), finely chopped, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels to ensure crispy skin (about 3 minutes).
  2. In a small bowl, combine garlic powder, paprika, lemon zest, salt, and black pepper (about 2 minutes).
  3. Lightly brush the salmon skin and flesh sides with olive oil. Sprinkle the seasoning mix evenly over both sides and gently press it in (about 3 minutes).
  4. Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 3 minutes.
  5. Place the fillets skin-side down in the air fryer basket with space between them for air circulation. Cook for 7-9 minutes depending on thickness (about 8 minutes for 1-inch thick fillets). No need to flip.
  6. Check doneness: salmon should flake easily and skin should be golden and crispy. Add 1-2 minutes if more crispness is desired, watching closely to avoid drying out (about 8 minutes).
  7. Transfer salmon to a plate and let rest for 2 minutes to redistribute juices. Garnish with fresh herbs if desired.

Notes

Patting the salmon dry is crucial for crispy skin. Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket to allow proper air circulation. Let salmon rest after cooking to redistribute juices. Preheating the air fryer helps achieve crispiness. For reheating leftovers, air fry at 350°F for 3-4 minutes to refresh crispiness.

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