Air Fryer Honey Garlic Salmon

Air Fryer Honey Garlic Salmon is a simple and delicious recipe idea that can be made in less than 20 minutes.

This mouthwatering salmon recipe is perfectly air fried until slightly caramelized on the outside and tender and flaky on the inside.

What is honey garlic salmon?

Honey garlic salmon is basically salmon fillets are glazed with a sweet and savory honey and garlic sauce .

I like how quick and easy this recipe is to make in an air fryer!

Did you try my recipe for Air Fryer Brussel Sprouts with Honey Dijon Dip?

That Air Fryer Brussel Sprouts with Honey Dijon Dip is a simple recipe made with fresh vegetables with a flavorful dip. Both this salmon and those brussels sprouts would go nicely when served together.

Take your honey garlic salmon up a notch by using a flavored honey. You can find a selection of flavored honey here.

Why we love this recipe for salmon.

This is a simple recipe. It is also quick to make thanks to using an air fryer.

Here is what else we like about this recipe.

• This recipe can be made in about 20 minutes.
• Salmon is a nice alternative to the usual chicken or beef.
• Leftovers can be served on top of a salad or wrapped in a tortilla the next day.
• This salmon is actually delicious and moist.
• Customizing this salmon is as easy as using a flavored honey or adding a bit of lime juice.
• This recipe is relatively inexpensive to make.

Ingredients needed to make honey garlic air fryer salmon.

The ingredients are basic ingredients that you may already have on hand.

• Salmon. Fillets (six ounce) were used to make my salmon. I would not use more than eight ounce fillets as there may not be enough room for the air to circulate in the air fryer.
• Honey. Your choice of honey.
• Olive Oil. Used for the marinade.
• Soy Sauce. Low sodium soy sauce can be used.
• Garlic. The garlic should be minced. Garlic powder can be used instead but, the minced garlic is really better tasting.
• Ginger. Ground ginger is added for flavor.
• Optional- Sliced lemons for garnish. Also salt, pepper, red pepper flakes, or seasonings of your choice for your marinade.

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Tips for making the best air fried salmon.

Using salmon that is of good quality and fresh can really make a difference. Frozen salmon can be used but, should be thawed first.

More helpful tips for you.

1. The salmon fillets can be marinated (a half hour) in your refrigerator ahead of time. This can help add flavor and more moisture to the cooked fillets.
2. Air frying times can vary depending on the size of your fillets and your air fryer.
3. Lining your air fryer basket with foil or using an air fryer safe pie plate is recommended. You can also spray the foil with nonstick.
4. You can preheat your air fryer for a few minutes to get the air circulating before adding the salmon.
5. Your salmon is done cooking when and the top appears to be caramelized, it can be easily flaked apart with a fork, and it has reached an internal temperature of 145. Over cooking the salmon will make it dry and not as enjoyable.
6. If your salmon does not appear to be done cooking you can cook it for a few more minutes, keeping an eye on it as well.

How to make Air Fryer Honey Garlic Salmon

Prep Time: 10 minutes.
Air Fry Time: 5-8 minutes, depending on your air fryer and fillets.
Servings: 2 .

1. Line your air fryer basket with foil or use an air fryer safe pan. You can preheat your air fryer to 400.
2. To make the marinade or glaze, use a whisk to combine together the honey, olive oil, soy sauce, minced garlic, ground ginger, and any seasonings.
3. Remove the salmon from any packaging and place them on top of the foil or pan in the fryer basket. The use a pastry brush or similar item to brush the marinade over the salmon fillets. Flip the fillets over and brush marinade over what was the bottom.
4. If you are marinating your fillets place them into a zip top bag and refrigerate for 20-30 minutes. Then take the fillets out of the bag and place them onto to lined basket for air frying.
5. Air fry the fillets for five minutes. Check to make sure that the fillets are done cooking. If not, you can continue to air fry until done, keeping an eye on the fillets while they cook.

Expert Tip👉 I like to use clean paper towels to pat down the salmon before making this recipe. This helps to remove excess water and any kind of debris that may be on the fillets.

How to store leftover salmon fillets.

Once the salmon has fully cooled, it should be well wrapper or placed in an airtight container. When properly stored and refrigerated, it should keep for about three to four days.

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Air Fryer Honey Garlic Salmon, a simple and delicious meal recipe featuring sweet and savory glazed salmon fillets air fried in 5 minutes.

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