10 Min Air Fryer Teriyaki Salmon

Look no further than this Air Fryer Teriyaki Salmon recipe if you are in search of a healthy yet tasty dinner that doesn’t require hours to prepare. Teriyaki salmon is full of flavor, with the perfect balance of sweet, savory, and smoky flavors, which will quickly become a go-to dinner option for busy weeknights! Parents, it is also kid-friendly and a popular one amongst my little ones! Moreover, I’ve included a homemade recipe for teriyaki sauce below, which makes the meal even healthier! Not to mention, you can also store the sauce in an air-tight container for future use (ie: drizzling over rice or marinating chicken!).

Salmon Health Benefits

Salmon offers countless nutritional and health benefits and is often labeled a superfood, making it a great addition to any diet. To name a few:

• OMEGA 3’s: Salmon is one of the best sources of omega 3 fatty acids, which are known to support heart health, improve brain function and mental health, plus promote healthy skin!
• VITAMINS & MINERALS: Salmon is rich in Vitamin D, B Vitamins including B12, B6, niacin and riboflavin, Selenium and Potassium.
• PROTEIN: Salmon is a great source of protein, which is critical for tissue repair, muscle growth and maintenance, and immune support.

Why Air Frying?

Air frying has become such a popular choice for healthier cooking nowadays. Here are some of the key reasons why it is often considered the better alternative:

• OIL CONTENT: Air frying uses significantly less oil, with some recipes requiring absolutely no oil at all! This reduces fat content and calorie intake, making it a healthier cooking method.
• RESULTS: Air frying cooks food by circulating hot air around it, still creating a crispy exterior while retaining moisture inside. The fast air circulation also helps heat food more evenly and efficiently.
• TIME REQUIRED: Because the cooking chambers of air fryers are small, preheating them happens almost instantly, allowing you to get cooking right away.
• CLEANUP: Cleanup after air frying simply requires washing the air fryer basket and wiping down the interior of the appliance, which is much easier cleanup!

Tips for Success:

• Thickness Matters: The cooking time of your salmon will vary depending on the thickness of your fillets. Thicker fillets may need an extra minute or two, so be sure to keep an eye on them.
• Air Fryer Matters: Similarly, cooking times and temperatures of your salmon may vary depending on the make and model of your air fryer. You may need to make adjustments and learn from trial and error!
• Meat Thermometer: Use a meat thermometer to ensure the fish is cooked. The internal temperature should be 145°F (63°C) for perfectly cooked salmon.
• Skin Side Down: If you love crispy skin, make sure to place the salmon skin side down in the air fryer.
• Customize Your Sauce: If you like a sweeter teriyaki sauce, add extra light brown sugar to my sauce recipe below. Don’t be afraid to play around with the ingredients and add red pepper flakes for an extra kick!

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Air Fryer Teriyaki Salmon Recipe

Try this easy and flavorful Air Fryer Teriyaki Salmon recipe! Tender on the inside and packed with sweet and savory teriyaki flavor.

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Prep Time:5 minutes mins

Cook Time:10 minutes mins

Total Time:15 minutes mins

Course: Dinner, Lunch

Cuisine: Asian, Japanese

Keyword: air fryer teriyaki salmon

Servings: 3

Equipment

• 1 Air Fryer

Ingredients

FOR THE TERIYAKI SAUCE

• ½ cup light soy sauce
• 3 tbsp light brown sugar or to taste
• ½ cup mirin
• ½ cup water
• ¼ tsp garlic powder
• ¼ tsp ginger powder
• corn starch slurry (1 tbsp corn starch mixed with 2 tbsp water)

FOR THE SALMON

• 3 salmon fillets 5 – 5.5oz each
• 4-5 tbsp teriyaki sauce (see above) or to taste
• cooking oil spray
• sesame seeds optional

Instructions

TO MAKE THE TERIYAKI SAUCE:

• In a small pot, over low heat, transfer all the sauce ingredients (except for the corn starch slurry) and stir until the mixture comes to a slight boil. Gradually add the corn starch slurry while stirring continuously until the mixture thickens. Allow the sauce to cool before use, or refrigerate for future use.

TO MAKE THE SALMON:

• Coat the salmon fillets with 4-5 tbsp of the teriyaki sauce (per above) and marinate for at least 15 minutes.
• Spray a thin layer of cooking oil on the air fryer basket.
• Gently rest the marinated salmon fillets onto the basket, 1-2 inches apart, skin side down.
• Spray cooking oil on the salmon fillets, then air fry at 390°F for 10 minutes. Keep in mind that times and temperatures may vary depending on your air fryer.
• Remove fillets from air fryer. Optionally, baste the salmon with more teriyaki sauce and top with sesame seeds. Serve immediately and enjoy!

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