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The Lowdown on This Air Fryer Salmon
I always keep salmon in my freezer. I’ll pick up an extra pack at the grocery store and tuck it away for nights when I just can’t with a long list of ingredients or a pile of dishes. Nights when I know it’s time to let my air fryer handle business and make air fryer salmon.
It’s super easy to mix the honey garlic glaze together, and then I only have to season the filets, and let them do their thing in the air fryer. This recipe is foolproof boos, I’m tellin’ ya!
Ingredients You’ll Need to Make Air Fryer Salmon
- Salmon Filets: You can use just about any kind of salmon you’d like. I prefer to use 6-8 ounce Atlantic salmon filets but sockeye or coho are also delicious options!
- Honey: The better the quality of honey you use, the tastier the salmon will be. If you don’t like or have honey, use maple syrup instead!
- Soy Sauce: For a gluten-free version, you can use tamari. Coconut aminos is also a fun healthy twist!
- Garlic: I prefer to fresh grate the garlic. It releases all the flavor and creates a sort of paste that coats the salmon more evenly. But you can also use garlic powder.
- Salt & Pepper: Everything needs salt and pepper so don’t skimp out here! If you wanna add some kick, throw a little cayenne into the mix.
How To Make Air Fryer Salmon
Air Fryer Salmon
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Equipment
Ingredients
- 2 salmon filets 6-8 ounces each
- 1/3 cup honey
- 1/4 cup soy sauce or tamari for gluten free
- 4 garlic cloves, minced or 1 tsp garlic powder
- Kosher salt and fresh ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together the honey, soy sauce, and garlic or garlic powder. Set aside.
- Pat dry the salmon filets and season each with salt and pepper.
- Line your air fryer basket with foil. This will help with cleanup later. Preheat the air fryer to 400 degrees for 3 minutes.
- Place the salmon filets into the air fryer basket and evenly pour the glaze over the top. Make sure if using minced garlic that the garlic stays around it and not on the top as it will have a tendency to burn. Close your air fryer and cook for 4-8 minutes, or until cooked through. This will depend on your air fryer so check along the way.
- Carefully remove the salmon from the air fryer and serve with the remaining sauce in the foil. It’s great to pour over the filet!
Notes
Nutrition
Tips For Making The Best Air Fryer Salmon
- Keep garlic off the top. If you’re using minced garlic (which you should, ’cause it’s delicious), keep it around the salmon so it doesn’t burn.
- Line that air fryer basket with foil boos! It keeps the glaze from burning onto the basket and makes cleanup way easier.
- Don’t pack the fillets in too tight. Overcrowding leads to uneven cooking, so if you need to cook more, do it in batches.
- Gently press a fork into the salmon when the timer dings. If it flakes easily, it’s ready to go.
Recipe Variations and Additions
- Go for a dry rub. Mix paprika, brown sugar, cayenne, and your favorite spices, then rub it on for a bold, flavorful crust.
- Add a Cajun kick. A good shake of Cajun seasoning gives the salmon a spicy Southern bite.
- Make it maple mustard. Equal parts maple syrup and mustard create a sweet, tangy glaze.
- Go fresh with herbs. Dill, parsley, or thyme add extra flavor and a pop of color to this air fryer salmon recipe.
What To Serve With Air Fryer Honey Garlic Salmon
- Rice: Dirty rice, jollof rice, or Jamaican rice and peas all make for tasty partners that’ll soak up any extra glaze and add a hearty touch to your meal.
- Veggie Sides: Lighten up with steamed veggies like broccoli, asparagus, or green beans. A little seasoning and olive oil and you’ve got a colorful, healthy side.
- Mashed Potatoes: Oh honey, you can’t go wrong with a side of mashed potatoes! Classic buttery mash, garlic mashed potatoes for extra flavor, or sweet potato mash.
- Sweet Finish: End on a light note with something sweet like a key lime pie or a lemon sorbet.
How To Store & Reheat Air Fryer Salmon
Store any leftovers in shallow airtight containers or wrap them in heavy-duty foil, and pop them in the fridge.
Reheating salmon in an air fryer is easy. All you gotta do is place the salmon in the air fryer basket, set the air fryer to 360 degrees F, and reheat the salmon for 3-5 minutes. You can also reheat it in the oven set to 350 degrees for about 5-10 minutes. However, I’d recommend first wrapping it in foil to prevent dryness!
How Long Will Air Fryer Salmon Last In The Fridge?
Properly stored, your salmon will remain fresh and flaky in the fridge for 3-4 days.
Can I Freeze Honey Glazed Air Fryer Salmon?
Yes! Cooked salmon can be frozen as long as it’s stored properly. To store it, wrap each individual piece of salmon in plastic wrap, then tuck them away in a freezer-safe bag or airtight plastic container. It will keep for about 4-6 months in the freezer. When you want to enjoy a fillet again, thaw it out in the fridge overnight or at room temperature for a couple of hours, and reheat.
Frequently Asked Questions
No need to remove the skin before cooking, just lay the salmon in the air fryer skin side down. The skin actually helps to keep the salmon moist as it cooks and makes it easier to handle and serve.
You don’t have to. The air fryer does a great job of circulating hot air around the salmon.
Absolutely! Preheat your oven to 400°F and add the fillets to the direct center of a large piece of greased or non-stick foil with enough on the sides to fold over when baking. Spoon the honey garlic glaze over the top of the salmon, then fold the sides of the foil, and bake for about 12-15 minutes, or until it flakes easily with a fork. Then, change your setting to broil, uncover the foil and place salmon under the broiler for about 2 minutes, or until golden and glazed.
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So easy and delicious. I put it on my salads.
So happy you liked it!
GREAT RECIPE.. JUST NEEDED TO ADD 15-17 MINUTES TO THE AIR FRYER TIME.
Did you use thick fillets?
So good and easy too. Making it for the second time tonight. We have fish almost weekly and this is one of our favorite recipes. We serve with roasted sweet potatoes.
That’s amazing! Thank you Cherie!
I know this is better in the air fryer, but can it be done in an oven also?
Oh absolutely! Just bake at a high temperature.
this was great and sooo easy to make! i didn’t have garlic so i used some umami seasoning and nutritional yeast and it came out great. i also used low sodium soy sauce since that’s what i had. loved it, and especially how easy it was to prepare. simple and easy doesn’t have to be boring or plain
So so glad you enjoyed this.
This recipe sounds fabulous and so easy! I do have one correction though. I believe you meant tamari, not tamarind instead of soy sauce.
Can’t wait to try another one of your foolproof recipes!
Oops! Thanks for catching that!
That seasoning was the best. The cook timE was way off for our air fryer. It actually took an additional 15 minutes.
So sorry it took some extra time, each Air Fryer is different.