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Lady Maria

Air Fryer Teriyaki Salmon

This Air Fryer Teriyaki Salmon recipe delivers perfectly cooked, flaky salmon with a sweet and savory teriyaki glaze in under 15 minutes. It's a quick, healthy, and delicious weeknight meal that's sure to impress.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Servings: 2
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 Salmon fillets 6-8 ounces each
  • 1/4 cup Teriyaki sauce store-bought or homemade
  • 1 teaspoon Sesame oil
  • 1 clove Garlic, minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon Ginger, grated
  • 1 tablespoon Honey
  • 2 tablespoons Soy sauce low sodium
  • 1 teaspoon Rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon Cornstarch
  • 1 tablespoon cold water
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame seeds, for garnish
  • 2 Green onions, thinly sliced, for garnish
  • Cooking spray

Equipment

  • air fryer
  • small bowl
  • paper towels
  • measuring cups and spoons
  • Small saucepan (if making homemade teriyaki sauce)
  • Whisk (if making homemade teriyaki sauce)
  • spatula or tongs
  • Serving plate

Method
 

  1. Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels.
  2. In a bowl, combine the salmon fillets with half of the teriyaki sauce. Marinate for at least 15 minutes, or up to 30 minutes in the refrigerator.
  3. Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 3-5 minutes.
  4. Lightly grease the air fryer basket with cooking spray or a little bit of sesame oil.
  5. Carefully place the marinated salmon fillets in the air fryer basket in a single layer, skin-side down if using skin-on fillets. Make sure not to overcrowd the basket; cook in batches if needed.
  6. Air fry for 8-12 minutes, depending on the thickness of your salmon fillets. The salmon is done when it flakes easily with a fork and reaches an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C). Check the salmon after 8 minutes and add more time if needed.
  7. During the last minute or two of cooking, brush the salmon with the remaining teriyaki sauce.
  8. Carefully remove the salmon from the air fryer.
  9. Garnish with sesame seeds and thinly sliced green onions.
  10. Serve immediately and enjoy.

Notes

For best results, use high-quality salmon fillets. If using store-bought teriyaki sauce, choose a brand with a good flavor profile. To make homemade teriyaki sauce, combine soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, sesame oil, garlic, and ginger in a small saucepan. Bring to a simmer over medium heat. Mix cornstarch and water to make a slurry. Add the cornstarch slurry to the sauce and cook for 1-2 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened slightly. Remove from heat and let cool. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the air fryer at 350°F for a few minutes, or until heated through. Serve with rice and your favorite vegetables for a complete meal.