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Crispy Air Fryer Salmon with Garlic Butter Sauce

This dish features salmon fillets cooked in the air fryer until the skin is irresistibly crispy, contrasted by tender, flaky flesh underneath. Topped with a flavorful garlic butter sauce, it combines quick cooking methods with simple ingredients to create a visually appealing and satisfying main course.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 22 minutes
Servings: 2
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 2 pieces salmon fillets preferably skin-on
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil for brushing
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tablespoons butter melted
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • 2 tablespoons fresh herbs parsley or dill, chopped
  • to taste salt and pepper

Equipment

  • Air fryer
  • Knife
  • Bowl

Method
 

  1. Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C). While it heats, pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels and brush them lightly with olive oil to help the skin crisp up.
  2. Season the fillets generously with salt and pepper, ensuring the skin side is well coated for maximum crispiness.
  3. Place the salmon fillets skin-side down in the air fryer basket, making sure they are not touching to allow even cooking.
  4. Cook the salmon in the air fryer for about 10-12 minutes, or until the skin is golden and crispy, and the flesh flakes easily when tested with a fork.
  5. Meanwhile, prepare the garlic butter sauce by whisking together the melted butter, minced garlic, lemon juice, and chopped herbs in a bowl. Set aside.
  6. Once the salmon is cooked, carefully transfer the fillets to a serving plate. Spoon the warm garlic butter sauce over the top, allowing the flavors to meld.
  7. Serve immediately, enjoying the crispy skin and tender flesh with the fragrant garlic butter drizzled on top for a delicious finish.