Air Fryer Honey Soy Salmon (with Crispy Skin!)

Craving a restaurant-quality salmon dinner but short on time? Look no further than this Air Fryer Honey Soy Salmon with Crispy Skin recipe delivers perfectly cooked, flaky salmon with a sweet and savory glaze, all achieved in minutes. This easy, healthy, and incredibly flavorful dish will become your new go-to for weeknight dinners and special occasions alike. Get ready to impress your taste buds with crispy salmon skin and a mouthwatering honey glaze. Let’s dive into creating this delectable air fryer masterpiece!

What ingredients do I need for Air Fryer Honey Soy Salmon?

• Salmon
• Soy
• Honey
• Garlic
• Ginger
• Sesame Oil
• Sesame Seeds
• Green Onions (Spring Onions)

Recipe Steps: How to get started?

Get the marinade right!

The heart of this Air Fryer Honey Salmon lies in its vibrant marinade. Simply whisk together soy sauce, honey, minced garlic, grated ginger, sesame seeds, and a drizzle of sesame oil for a perfectly balanced sweet and savory blend. Pour the marinade over the salmon in a sealed container. For best results, use a marinade container to ensure the salmon is evenly coated. What truly elevates this recipe is the clever use of the leftover marinade. After the salmon has soaked up the flavors for a minimum of 10 minutes (or up to 4 hours for deeper infusion), the remaining marinade is transformed into a luscious glaze. By reducing it in a pan, the sauce thickens and intensifies, creating a glossy, irresistible topping that complements the crispy-skinned salmon beautifully.

Air Fryer tips!

Perfectly cooked salmon in an air fryer requires a consistent heat. Begin by preheating your air fryer to 400°F (approximately 200°C). Once preheated, carefully place the marinated salmon fillets into the air fryer basket. Cook for 8-14 minutes, adjusting the time based on your preferred level of doneness. For a more rare center, opt for the shorter end of the cooking time, and for well-done, extend it towards 14 minutes. While the salmon cooks, but what about that left over marinade? Don’t let it go to waste! Pour it into a small pan and gently heat it over medium heat, stirring continuously. The marinade will start to thicken into a delicious glaze. Be careful not to overcook it, as it will continue to thicken as it cools.

Serving Suggestions

Once the salmon is cooked to your liking, remove it from the air fryer and place it over a bed of fluffy rice. Drizzle that reduced, now-thickened honey-soy glaze generously over the salmon, ensuring every bite is coated in that savory-sweet goodness. For a pop of color and freshness, garnish with thinly sliced green onions. Consider complementing this delightful meal with a crisp and refreshing cucumber onion salad, perhaps even the viral TikTok sensation!

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Air Fryer Honey Soy Salmon (with Crispy Skin!)

5 from 2 votes

This Air Fryer Honey Salmon delivers perfectly cooked, flaky salmon with irresistibly crispy skin, all coated in a sweet and savory honey-soy glaze. Ready in minutes, this easy recipe is a delicious and healthy weeknight dinner solution.

Cooking Method: Air Fryer Categories: High Protein, Quick Meals, Seafood Recipe Tags: High Protein Quick Meals

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Prep Time 15 mins Cook Time 15 mins Total Time 30 mins Difficulty: Beginner Servings: 2 Calories: 450

Honey Soy Salmon Ingredients

Servings

• 2 Fillets Salmon ((Skin On))
• ¹⁄₄ cup Light soy sauce
• ¹⁄₄ cup Honey
• 2 cloves Garlic ((Minced))
• 1 tsp Ginger ((Minced))
• 1 tbsp Sesame oil
• 1 tbsp Sesame Seeds
• 1 Green Onions ((For Garnish))

Instructions

1. Prepare the Honey-Soy Marinade

   In a bowl, whisk together the light soy sauce, honey, minced garlic, minced ginger, sesame oil, and sesame seeds.

1. Marinate the Salmon

   Place the salmon fillets in a sealed container and pour the marinade over them, ensuring they are well coated. Marinate for at least 10 minutes, or up to 4 hours for a more intense flavor.

1. Air Fry the Salmon

   Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C). Place the marinated salmon fillets in the air fryer basket, skin-side up. Cook for 8-14 minutes, depending on your desired level of doneness.

1. Reduce the Marinade into a Glaze

   While the salmon is cooking, pour the remaining marinade into a small pan. Gently heat over medium-low heat, stirring continuously, until it thickens slightly into a glaze. Do not overcook.

1. Serve and Garnish

   Place the cooked salmon over a bed of rice. Drizzle the thickened honey-soy glaze over the salmon. Garnish with sliced green onions and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 2

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 450kcal

% Daily Value *

Sodium 800mg34%

Total Carbohydrate 20g7%

Sugars 18g

Protein 45g90%

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* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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