Ultimate Air Fryer Salmon Steaks Flaky Juicy Perfection
Get flaky, juicy salmon steaks in minutes with this easy Air Fryer Dinners recipe. Perfect for busy weeknights, this no-fail method delivers restaurant quality results.
Equipment
- Air Fryer
- Meat Thermometer
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 salmon steaks about 6 oz each, skin-on
- 2 tbsp olive oil or avocado oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika smoked or sweet
- 1 tsp salt or to taste
- 0.5 tsp black pepper freshly ground
Instructions
- Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 3 minutes.
- Pat the salmon steaks dry with paper towels and rub with olive oil.
- Season evenly with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Place salmon steaks skin-side down in the air fryer basket.
- Cook for 8-10 minutes until internal temperature reaches 145°F.
- Let rest for 2 minutes before serving for optimal juiciness.