Are you ready for the best tasting glazed salmon of your life?! This easy air fryer salmon fish recipe is so flavorful with hoisin sauce and other Asian spices. You end up with a crispy exterior, super moist flesh, and done in only 15 minutes!
If you had asked me a year ago whether I would get an air fryer, I would have laughed. I don’t need another kitchen appliance hogging up countertop space! But you guys, it’s so worth it. I LOVE my air fryer – it cooks food in a way I wouldn’t have dreamed of.
This air fryer salmon is a perfect example, which comes out crisper, juicer, and perfect. Plus, it’s so quick and easy. Whip up some of the best roasted broccoli to go with it and you have a meal in 15 minutes!
How to cook salmon in air fryer
For this salmon air fryer recipe, it couldn’t be easier. (Scroll below for the complete printable recipe.)
- (If your air fryer requires preheating, do so now.)
- Season the salmon fillets with salt and pepper.
- Whisk together the glaze ingredients and baste the fish with it.
- Spray the air fryer basket grates with nonstick cooking spray and gently lay the fillets in the basket, skin side down without touching one another.
- Air fry for 10 minutes at 400 degrees F or until an internal temperature reaches at least 145 degrees F.
- Garnish with sesame seeds and parsley, if desired.
It’s that easy! The air fryer locks in all the juices for the best tasting salmon and virtually no clean up!
How long to cook salmon in air fryer
Knowing how long to cook salmon in an air fry can be somewhat of a guessing game, since you can’t see it. Much like a traditional oven, really. It will really depend on the size and weight of your fish filets and practice!
This particular air fryer salmon recipe calls for (2) 4-6 ounce fillets that are 3-4 inches across. They are cooked for 10 minutes at 400 degrees F or until an internal temperature reaches at least 145 degrees F, for medium doneness. They can be cooked for 12 minutes if you really want to make sure there is absolutely no pink, but I think 10 minutes is perfect.
What type of air fryer to use
These salmon fillets were made and tested in this Phillips model Air Fryer with a basket and requires preheating. If you own a different model air fryer (such as Ninja, NuWave, Dash, etc.), I would suggest doing a test run with just a single fillet and then adjust the time/temp, if necessary. Air fryers are all similar, but just like ovens, cooking times can vary. My air fryer is also small. If yours is bigger than 3 quart, you can cook more than 2 salmon fillets at a time, as long as they’re not overlapping.
Tips for perfect Air Fryer Salmon
- Purchase fillets that are the same thickness so they cook at the same rate.
- Remove any pin bones or have your butcher do it for you.
- Keep the skin on to ensure the fish doesn’t stick to the air fry basket grates.
What to serve with Air Fried Salmon
This salmon dish is so healthy, delicious, and a great weeknight dinner option – it goes with all sorts of side dishes. Here are a few of our favorites:
- The absolute best Roasted Broccoli
- Teriyaki Glazed Roasted Sugar Snap Peas
- Oven Roasted Asparagus
- Roasted Cauliflower
Other Salmon Recipes To Try!
- Wild Rice Stuffed Salmon
- Broiled Salmon with Balsamic Honey Apples
- Grilled Salmon with Blackberry Sauce
I hope you love this delicious and easy recipe – be sure to give it a review below! Also don’t forget to follow Belly Full on Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, and YouTube!
{Hoisin Glazed} Air Fryer Salmon
Ingredients
- 2 5 ounce salmon fillets , skin on
- pinch of kosher salt
- pinch of black pepper
- 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
- 1 teaspoon low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon light brown sugar
- 1 clove garlic , minced (1/2 teaspoon minced garlic)
- 1/2 teaspoon minced fresh ginger
- 1/2 teaspoon rice wine (or white) vinegar
- 1/2 teaspoon sesame seeds , optional
- 1/2 teaspoon finely chopped fresh parsley , optional
Instructions
- If your air fryer requires preheating, do so now at 400 degrees F for 5 minutes.
- Season the salmon fillets with kosher salt and pepper to taste.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the hoisin, soy sauce, brown sugar, garlic, ginger, and vinegar. Brush the glaze all over the salmon.
- Spray the basket grates of the air fryer with cooking spray.
- Place the salmon fillets skin side down onto the basket grates, making sure they're not touching.
- Air fry for 10 minutes or until an internal temperature reaches at least 145 degrees F.
- Sprinkle with the sesame seeds and parsley. Serve right away and enjoy!
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This was delicious! I cooked it for about 15 minutes and broiled it the last couple of minutes. Had some cubed sweet potatoes and fresh broccoli. Just as good as any restaurant. I will definitely be making this again.
So simple and came out perfect! Salmon was done beautifully.
This was restaurant quality (or better!)