Air Frying Salmon
Learn how to air frying salmon perfectly with our detailed guide, including timing, temperature, and expert tips.
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10min
Cook Time
🌡️
390°F / 200°C
Air Fryer Temperature
✅
145°F / 65°C
Internal Temperature
Safe
Step-by-Step Instructions
- 1Preheat air fryer to 400°F / 205°C for 3 minutes
- 2Pat salmon fillets completely dry with paper towels
- 3Brush both sides lightly with olive oil or avocado oil
- 4Season with salt, pepper, and desired seasonings
- 5Place salmon fillets in air fryer basket, skin-side down if applicable
- 6Air fry for 7-9 minutes depending on thickness
- 7Check internal temperature reaches 145°F / 65°C
- 8Let rest 2 minutes before serving
Expert Tips for Air Frying
- 💡Works great with both skin-on and skinless fillets
- 💡No need to flip during cooking
- 💡For crispy skin, start skin-side up for first 3 minutes
- 💡Add lemon slices on top during last 2 minutes
- 💡Perfect for meal prep - reheats well
Temperature Guide
| Doneness | Temperature | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Safe | 145°F / 65°C | Flesh flakes easily, opaque throughout |
Salmon Safety Guidelines
Important food safety practices when handling and cooking salmon.
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Fish should flake easily when done
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Don't overcook to avoid dryness
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Use meat thermometer for accuracy
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Remember
When in doubt, use a food thermometer. It's the only reliable way to ensure your salmon is safely cooked and delicious.
Other Ways to Cook Salmon
🐟Salmon
🍳
Pan-Searing⏱️
Cook Time
10min
🔥
Pan Temperature
Medium-High Heat
🌡️
Internal Temperature
145°F / 65°C
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🐟Salmon
🔲
Baking⏱️
Cook Time
15min
🔥
Oven Temperature
390°F / 200°C
🌡️
Internal Temperature
145°F / 65°C
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🐟Salmon
💨
Steaming⏱️
Cook Time
10min
🔥
Steam Temperature
390°F / 200°C
🌡️
Internal Temperature
145°F / 65°C
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