Air Fryer Teriyaki Salmon: Easy Fish Recipe in Minutes

If you are craving a hassle-free delicious dinner then this Air Fryer Teriyaki Salmon recipe is the perfect dish for busy weeknights. It is an easy recipe for any occasion, whether you're whipping up a quick healthy meal for the whole family or entertaining guests.

Salmon is glazed with a quick homemade teriyaki sauce then cooked in the air fryer for the tastiest air fryer salmon recipe. 

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• ❤️ Why you'll love this air fryer recipe
• 🥘 Ingredients
• 🔪 Teriyaki Salmon Step-by-Step Directions
• 🥄 Equipment
• 🥫Storage
• 📖 Variations
• 💭 Tips
• 📚 Related Recipes
• 🍽 Serve with..
• 📖 Recipe
• 💬 Reviews

❤️ Why you'll love this air fryer recipe

Easy recipe: one of the best easy air fryer recipes, it takes minimal effort, making it a go-to for busy weeknights when you want a delicious meal without the fuss.

Healthy meal: With the air fryer, you achieve that crispy texture and flaky salmon without excessive oil, keeping the dish light and nutritious.

Versatile Flavors: The combination of soy sauce, garlic, ginger, and honey creates a flavorful homemade teriyaki sauce that's not only perfect for salmon but can elevate other dishes too.

Season/Theme: Salmon recipes are perfect for any season or occasion, this versatile recipe suits both casual dinners and special celebrations. Enjoy the flavors anytime!

🥘 Ingredients

Fresh salmon fillets: choose fresh wild caught fillets for a rich and tender texture.

Soy sauce or coconut aminos: infuses the dish with a savory umami flavor.

Fresh garlic cloves: adds a bold and aromatic kick.

Fresh ginger: provides a zesty and warm undertone.

Honey: sweetens the teriyaki glaze for a perfect balance.

Brown sugar: enhances the sweetness of the teriyaki sauce and aids in caramelization.

Cornstarch: thickens the teriyaki sauce to perfection.

Sesame seeds: offers a delightful nutty crunch.

Green onions: used as a garnish and enhances flavor.

🔪 Teriyaki Salmon Step-by-Step Directions

Prepare the Teriyaki Sauce:

1. In a small bowl, mix together the cornstarch and 1 tablespoon of cold water to create a slurry. Set aside.
2. In a small saucepan, combine soy sauce, the remaining water, minced garlic, grated ginger, honey, and brown sugar.
3. Place saucepan over medium heat and whisk the mixture until the sugar has dissolved and starts to thicken.
4. Add the cornstarch slurry to the saucepan and whisk continuously until the sauce thickens to a glossy consistency. This should take about 2-3 minutes.
5. Remove the teriyaki sauce from heat and set it aside to cool.

Marinate the Salmon:

1. Place the salmon filets in a shallow dish or a resealable plastic bag.
2. Pour the cooled teriyaki sauce over the salmon. Make sure the salmon is well coated.
3. Seal the bag or cover the dish and refrigerate for 15 minutes (or up to 1 hour) to allow the salmon to marinate.

Air Fry the Salmon:

1. Remove the marinated salmon from the refrigerator and place salmon skin side down in an air fryer safe dish or a parchment paper lined air fryer basket.
2. Air fry salmon for 12 minutes, or until it reaches your desired level of doneness. The salmon should be flaky and cooked through.
3. To caramelize, brush teriyaki sauce over the salmon fillets while salmon cooks during the last 2-3 minutes of cooking time.

Garnish and Serve:

1. Once the salmon is done, carefully remove  from the air fryer.
2. Sprinkle sesame seeds and thinly sliced scitallions on top of the salmon for added flavor and presentation.
3. Serve air fryer teriyaki salmon hot over a bed of steamed white rice or with your favorite side dishes.

🥄 Equipment

Air Fryer

Small bowl

Measuring cups and spoons

Small saucepan

Hand whisk or fork

Resealable plastic bags or shallow bowl

Parchment paper or Air fryer safe dish

Silicone pastry brush

🥫Storage

Store leftover salmon in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat in the air fryer for a quick and delicious meal.

📖 Variations

• Convenience : go with a store-bought teriyaki sauce for an even easier weeknight meal.
• Maple Glaze: substitute honey with maple syrup in the teriyaki sauce. adding a unique flavor to the cooked salmon.
• Oven method: bake marinated in a square baking dish for 15-20 minutes in place of air frying. To finish, brush top of the salmon with some of the teriyaki sauce and broil for 2-3 minutes to obtain a crispy top.

💭 Tips

• Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels before marinating to ensure a better absorption of flavors.
• Adjust honey and brown sugar quantities based on your sweetness preference.
• Test for doneness by inserting an instant read thermometer in the thickest part of the salmon. (internal temperature should be145 degrees)
• Adjust the cooking time based on the thickness of the salmon fillets. Thicker fillets may require a few extra minutes.

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🍽 Serve with..

Serve salmon over a bed of rice and a side of your favorite green veggie.

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