Easy Air Fryer Teriyaki Salmon (30 minutes)
Make this easy air-fryer teriyaki salmon recipe when you need a 30-minute weeknight main. The fish flakes easily, offering a juicy and tender bite. It delivers a deeply savory glaze with hints of sweet garlic.
Ingredients
- 11 oz salmon filet 1-inch thick, sliced into two equal filets
- ½ green onion finely chopped
- ½ teaspoon sesame seeds toasted kind
Teriyaki Sauce
- ¼ cup sake
- ¼ cup mirin
- 3 tablespoon regular soy sauce or light soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon white granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- ½ teaspoon ginger grated
Instructions
- Combine the listed sauce ingredients in a small saucepan over medium-high heat. Stir constantly until the sugar dissolves completely. Bring the mixture to a rolling boil. Reduce heat slightly and simmer until the liquid thickens into a glossy glaze.
- Pour the thickened glaze into a wide, shallow container uncovered. Place the container in the freezer for 5 minutes until it cools slightly. Do not add hot glaze to raw fish.
- Submerge the salmon filets completely in the cooled teriyaki glaze. Marinate at room temperature for 15 minutes to let the flavors penetrate the flesh.
- Place the marinated filets skin-side down in a single layer inside the air fryer basket. Leave space between each piece to allow optimal air circulation. Brush an extra layer of glaze over the top of each filet.
- Air fry at 400°F for 6 to 8 minutes. Insert a digital meat thermometer into the thickest part of the fish. Remove the salmon immediately once the internal temperature registers 145°F.
- Transfer the cooked fish to a plate. Top with chopped green onions and toasted sesame seeds. Boil any remaining marinade in a clean pan for 1 minute before drizzling it over the final dish.
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Nutrition
Calories: 369kcal | Carbohydrates: 26g | Protein: 34g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 86mg | Sodium: 1808mg | Potassium: 854mg | Fiber: 0.5g | Sugar: 14g | Vitamin A: 93IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 38mg | Iron: 2mg