Air Fryer Salmon Steak

Air Fryer Salmon Steak is amazing. I never thought that making salmon in my air fryer would be awesome, flavorful, and tender. This is going to be one of your favorite ways to cook salmon! So easy and so delicious!

I love a great Air Fryer Salmon Steak, they are easy, and they are perfect for a weeknight dinner; the simple butter and sage mixture adds so much flavor to the salmon.

If you are looking for even more Air Fryer Seafood Dinners, here are some of my favorites, Air Fryer Salt & Pepper Calamari and, of course, my famous Air Fryer Haddock Dinner.

How To Make Air Fryer Salmon Steak

Although the salmon fillets are very popular in United States Grocery Stores, you can also purchase Salmon Steaks.

Salmon steaks are a different cut of salmon. Salmon Steaks are cut through the bone, cross-wise, which results in a fish steak. They are slightly thicker than salmon fillets; they are really popular with fish, they sell the cod steak, mahi-mahi, tuna, and swordfish steaks. This recipe can be adapted for all types of fish steaks.

Ingredients:

• Salmon Steaks
• Melted Butter
• Salt
• Black Pepper
• Ground Sage

• Start by mixing the melted butter with salt, black pepper, and ground sage. Then using a pastry brush, brush the butter mixture onto the steaks.
• Set the steaks into the air fryer basket and set the temperature to 400 degrees F, air fryer setting, for 12-14 minutes, brushing the salmon steaks frequently during the cooking process.
• Check the internal temperature of the fish steaks. Before removing, they should reach 135 degrees F.

HERE ARE SOME TIPS FOR COOKING SALMON.

• Leave the skin on: It provides a great layer for the skin and the air fryer basket (or parchment paper). Since the skin crisps up, it’s easier to flip it halfway during the cooking process. Skin is perfectly edible, so you can choose to eat it or not eat it; it’s totally up to you.
• Do not Overcook The Salmon: This is actually a prevalent mistake for everyone cooking
  salmon. Once the salmon fillet starts to turn white, remove it from the air fryer because it is
  cooked.
• The best way to cook salmon is medium-rare to a medium is a perfect way since it will not be dried out in the middle.

DO AIR FRYERS REALLY WORK

Air fryers do really work. They use hot air to circulate all around the food you are cooking, from baking to air frying a crispy appetizer to serve up. This handy kitchen device is trendy, and for a good reason. Whip up your favorite meals without having to turn on the oven!

You will have juicy, flavorful food every time. Or you can try your hand at baking in the air fryer. It is a great way to get the perfect desserts. I think you will love cooking with an air fryer! It is a fun kitchen tool in our home.

CAN I CHANGE UP THE SEASONING

Go right ahead and season up your salmon how you prefer to season it. Then cook the same as directed in the recipe card. Salmon is delicious, and when cooked properly, you will find any of your favorite seasonings can become a great compliment to this pink fleshy fish.

DOES AN AIR FRYER BROWN FOOD

You will see that air frying can brown up the food the same way as deep frying. You just need to spritz the food with a little oil. Do not use a can of cooking spray. That can eat away the enamel on the basket or trays. Use an oil mister. It will help give your food that perfect coating to help brown up the food you are cooking.

WHAT TO SERVE WITH AIR FRYER SALMON

• Steamed or roasted vegetables
• Green Salad
• Rice or Pilaf
• Cucumber and Onions or Pasta Salad
• Etc.
• Pair your salmon with all your favorite side dish recipes. Or go very simple and reach for a prepared salad or something that is no fuss.

HOW TO BRING FLAVOR OUT IN SALMON

I find that drizzling with lemon juice helps amplify the seasonings and spices you placed on your salmon. Give it a try. Once your salmon is done, drizzle with fresh lemon juice. Dive in and devour this incredible seafood made right in the air fryer.

LOOKING FOR MORE SEAFOOD RECIPES

• Seafood Crab Cakes | If you are a fan of crab cakes, I highly recommend this recipe. It is one of our favorites, and boy, you will never want to use another recipe again once you make these.
• Fish Sticks | Perfectly battered and air-fried fish sticks are great. Pair with some crispy fries, macaroni, and cheese, or any other favorite side dish.
• Calamari | Air fried calamari is one of the tastiest appetizers. Crispy coating, juicy and flavor calamari. Pair with your favorite dipping sauce and dive in!

STORING LEFTOVERS

If you happen to have extra salmon leftover, allow it to cool a bit, then transfer to an airtight container. Store in the fridge for 1-2 days. Reheat as you would like, whether on the stovetop or microwave.

SOME GREAT AIR FRYER SIDE DISHES-

• AIR FRYER CLASSIC CORN BREAD
• INSTANT POT ACORN SQUASH
• AIR FRYER CORN FRITTERS
• HOW TO COOK FROZEN CORN KERNELS IN THE AIR FRYER
• INSTANT POT CORN ON THE COB

SOME HELPFUL PRODUCTS USED IN MAKING, THIS RECIPE,

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