Why you should try air fryer salmon steaks
Using an is much faster than heating up a traditional oven. It circulates hot air around the salmon steaks to ensure they cook evenly from all sides. You use less oil compared to pan frying which makes the meal a bit lighter. The clean up is very simple since everything stays contained within the basket.
Follow these 4 steps for air fryer salmon steaks
Seasoning: Pat the salmon steaks dry with a paper towel to help the skin get crispy. Mix the olive oil, lemon juice, garlic powder, salt and pepper in a small bowl. Rub this mixture all over the fish until every side is well coated.
Preheating: Switch on your and set the temperature to 200C. Let it run for a few minutes so the basket is nice and hot before you add the food. This helps prevent the salmon from sticking to the bottom.
Cooking: Place the seasoned fish into the basket in a single layer. Cook the salmon steaks for about 8 to 10 minutes depending on their thickness. You do not need to flip them halfway through the process.
Resting: Check that the fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork. Carefully remove the salmon from the and let it sit for a minute. Serve it with your favourite vegetables or a fresh green salad.
My best tips for air fryer salmon steaks
Always check the thickness of your salmon steaks as thinner pieces will cook much faster than thick ones. If you like the skin extra crispy, place the steaks skin side up for the last two minutes of cooking. Do not overcrowd the basket because the air needs to move freely to cook the fish properly.
You can add dried herbs like dill or parsley to the seasoning for extra flavour. Fresh lemon wedges served on the side add a nice brightness to the finished dish. If you are unsure if it is done, use a meat thermometer to check that the internal temperature has reached 63C.
For a little more variety, you can also try
air fryer biscuits,
air fryer chicken kebab or
air fryer ham and cheese toasties.
