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Air Fryer Teriyaki Salmon

We love salmon at our house, especially when it is slathered in a sweet teriyaki sauce. It’s the only way to get my kids to eat salmon. I try to make this on the regular because I know how good it is for my family. I love how easy it is to make and clean up by using the air fryer. This recipe is also delicious when you cut the salmon into bites, and the kids think it’s super fun. I hope your family enjoys this recipe as much as mine does.

air fryer salmon on rice

Air Fryer Teriyaki Salmon Recipe

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
Serves: 4

Ingredients:

  • 1 lb (4 pieces) salmon fillets
  • 1/2 cup soy sauce
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1-inch piece of ginger, grated
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch
  • 1 tsp sesame seeds (for garnish)
  • 1 scallion, thinly sliced (for garnish)

Instructions:

Prepare the Teriyaki Sauce:

  • In a small saucepan, combine the soy sauce, ¾ of the water, minced garlic, grated ginger, honey, and brown sugar.
  • Place the saucepan over medium heat and whisk the mixture until the sugar has dissolved and starts to thicken.
  • In a separate bowl, mix the cornstarch with the remaining cold water to create a slurry.
  • Add the cornstarch slurry to the saucepan and continue to whisk the mixture until it thickens to a glossy consistency. This should take about 2-3 minutes.
  • Remove the teriyaki sauce from heat and set it aside to cool.

Marinate the Salmon:

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

Air Fry the Salmon:

  • Remove the marinated salmon from the refrigerator and place it in an air fryer safe dish.
  • Air fry the salmon for about 12 minutes, or until it reaches your desired level of doneness. The salmon should be flaky and cooked through.
  • If you like your salmon with a caramelized glaze, brush the reserved teriyaki sauce over the salmon fillets during the last 2-3 minutes of cooking.

Garnish and Serve:

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

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