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Crispy air fryer salmon fillet with golden-brown skin served with lemon and herbs – Tasty Recipe Zone.

Crispy Air Fryer Salmon

Perfectly cooked salmon with crispy skin in just 15 minutes. This foolproof air fryer recipe delivers restaurant-quality results every time.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 17 minutes
Servings: 2
Course: lunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 2 Salmon fillets (6 oz each, skin-on)
  • teaspoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 lemon (for serving)
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (optional garnish)

Equipment

  • Air fryer
  • Paper towels
  • Small mixing bowl
  • Tongs or fish spatula
  • Instant-read thermometer

Method
 

  1. Remove salmon from fridge 10 minutes before cooking. Pat completely dry with paper towels.
  2. Mix garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
  3. Drizzle olive oil over salmon fillets and rub evenly. Season the flesh side with spice mixture.
  4. Preheat air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 3-4 minutes.
  5. Place salmon skin side down in the air fryer basket. Do not overcrowd.
  6. Cook for 10-12 minutes until internal temperature reaches 145°F.
  7. Remove carefully and let rest for 2 minutes.
  8. Squeeze fresh lemon juice over salmon and serve immediately.