This quick and easy air fryer salmon is flavorful, juicy, and perfect for a healthy homemade meal. Marinated with lemon, soy sauce, olive oil, and warm spices, the salmon cooks beautifully in the air fryer with minimal effort. Grandma’s method allows time for marination, ensuring the fish absorbs all the seasoning before cooking. It’s an ideal recipe for busy days when you want something delicious without spending hours in the kitchen.
- Serves: 1 People
- Prep Time: 1hr
- Cooking: 1hr 20min
- Difficulties: supereasy
Ingredients
For Cooking
- 240 g Fresh salmon fillet
- 2 Tsp Olive oil (plus a little extra for drizzling)
- ½ Tsp Soy sauce
- 1 Qty Lemon, juiced (use half for marinade, half for finishing)
- 1Tsp Lahori seasoning
- ½ Tsp Black pepper
- ½ Tsp Garlic powder (or fresh garlic)
- ½ Tsp Kashmiri chili powder
- 4Kgs Boneless beef
For Dressing
Nutritional Information
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Calories
310 kcal -
Fat
20 g -
Carbohydrates
2 g -
Protein
30 g -
Fiber
1 g -
Sugar
1 g -
Sodium
420 mg
Procedure
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5 minutesMark As Complete
Prepare the Marinade
In a small bowl, combine the olive oil and soy sauce. Add the Lahori seasoning, black pepper, garlic powder, and Kashmiri chili powder. Squeeze in the juice of half the lemon and mix everything well to form a fragrant marinade.
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2 hoursMark As Complete
Marinate the Salmon
Place the salmon in a shallow dish and pour the marinade evenly over the top. Drizzle the remaining lemon juice over the salmon and lightly sprinkle a little extra olive oil if desired. Cover with cling film and refrigerate for at least two hours to allow the flavors to absorb fully.
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10–12 minutesMark As Complete
Air Fry the Salmon
Line the air fryer basket with parchment paper and place the marinated salmon inside. Spoon a little of the remaining marinade over the top. Cook at 200°C (390°F) for 10 minutes, then add an extra 2 minutes if you prefer the salmon more golden and slightly crisp.
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3 minutesMark As Complete
Plate and Serve
Remove the salmon from the air fryer and let it rest briefly. Plate and serve hot, enjoying the juicy texture and rich seasoning. The salmon should be tender inside with a lightly browned surface.
