Air Fryer Salmon Steak
Air fryer salmon steak is one of our family favorites, and they are quick and easy to make when cooked in the air fryer. It is ready in about 12 minutes. The steaks are seasoned and air-fried to perfection until tender and juicy.
Try my air fryer chicken cutlets and air fryer pork steaks next.
Why you will love this recipe
- Easy and straightforward 10-minute recipe: my steaks are fairly on the bigger sizes as I cut them myself (it is about 1½ inches thick). However, cooking time may vary depending on the size of your steaks and the level of doneness you prefer.
- Easily customizable: I seasoned the salmon steaks with old bay seasoning and other pantry staple spices. You can season yours however you prefer.
- Low-carb and protein-packed: Salmon, when eaten in moderation, is a great source of protein and omega-3 fatty acids.
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What you will need
Salmon steaks: I used bone-in salmon steak, opt for a boneless one if you prefer. A fish steak is sliced crosswise through the bone.
Olive oil: substitute with any other flavorless oil you prefer
Old bay seasoning: substitute with any other seasoning mix you prefer. Try my fish seasoning recipe.
Onion granules
Garlic granules
Paprika: substitute with smoked paprika
Salt and black pepper
Lemon wedges to serve
How to make salmon steak
Make the seasoning: In a small bowl, combine old bay seasoning, onion granules, paprika and garlic granules, and mix.
Prep the air fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 400F/200C for 5 minutes
Season the salmon: Pat the fish dry with a kitchen paper towel. Season the salmon steaks with salt and black pepper. Then sprinkle the spice mix on top of each steak. Drizzle olive oil on it and carefully rub it in the fish. Flip and repeat the seasoning process on the other side.
Cook the salmon: Place the salmon in the air fryer basket, leaving enough space between each steak. Cook for 10-12 minutes, depending on the desired level of doneness and the size of the salmon. There is no need to flip the fish.
Serve: Once cooked, remove from the air fryer and let it rest for a few minutes(2-3 minutes). Serve with lemon wedges and any additional sides of your choice. Enjoy!
Watch how to make it
How to store
Store air fryer salmon steaks in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days. Perfect for meal prep! You can eat it cold on a salad, reheat it as needed, or use it in recipes that call for cooked salmon like my salmon pasta without cream or salmon tortellini.
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Air Fryer Salmon Steak
Ingredients
- 2 10oz Salmon steaks about 300g each
- 1½ Tablespoons olive oil
- ½ Tablespoon old bay seasoning
- 1 teaspoon onion granules
- 1 teaspoon garlic granules
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Lemon wedges to serve
Instructions
- In a small bowl, combine old bay seasoning, onion granules, paprika and garlic granules, and mix.
- Preheat your air fryer to 400F/200C for 5 minutes. Spray the air fryer basket lightly with cooking oil.
- Pat the salmon dry with a kitchen paper towel and season with salt and black pepper. Then sprinkle the spice mix on top of each steak. Drizzle olive oil on it and carefully rub it in the fish. Flip and repeat the seasoning process on the other side.
- Place the salmon in the air fryer basket, leaving enough space between each steak. Cook for 10-12 minutes, depending on the desired level of doneness and the size of the salmon. There is no need to flip the fish.If you do decide to flip the salmon, do so carefully so it doesn't break
- Once cooked, remove from the air fryer and let it rest for a few minutes(2-3 minutes). Serve with lemon wedges and any additional sides of your choice. Enjoy!
Nutrition
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