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air fryer salmon

This Air Fryer Salmon recipe features a delectable maple soy glaze, making it one of the easiest and most flavorful salmon dishes you can prepare. With just five simple ingredients, it's quick to make and perfect for a healthy weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Total Time 13 minutes
Servings: 4
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 3 tablespoon pure maple syrup
  • 3 tablespoon reduced sodium soy sauce (or gluten-free soy sauce)
  • 1 tablespoon sriracha hot sauce (use less if you don't like heat)
  • 1 clove garlic (smashed)
  • 4 fillets wild salmon skinless (6 oz each)

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Combine maple syrup, soy sauce, sriracha and garlic in a small bowl, pour into a gallon sized resealable bag and add the salmon.
  2. Marinate 15 to 20 minutes, turning once in a while. If you don't have time, 5 minutes will still be enough.
  3. Lightly spray the basket with oil spray to prevent sticking or use air fryer parchment.
  4. Remove the fish from the marinade, reserving and pat dry with paper towels.
  5. Place the fish in the air fryer, in batches, air fry 400F 7 to 8 minutes, or longer depending on thickness of the salmon.
  6. Meanwhile, pour the marinade in a small saucepan and bring to a simmer over medium-low heat and reduce until it thickens into a glaze, 1 to 2 minutes, careful not to dry it out. Spoon over salmon just before eating.

Notes

This recipe is incredibly versatile and can be adapted to your preferred level of spice by adjusting the sriracha. For best results, do not overcrowd your air fryer basket.