Miso Salmon Air Fryer
This quick Miso Salmon Air Fryer recipe features tender salmon fillets glazed with sweet-savory miso, ginger, and a touch of maple syrup, air-fried to perfection with a caramelized exterior and moist interior in just 10 minutes.
Ingredients
- 2 salmon fillets 6 oz each, skin-on or skinless
- 2 tablespoons white miso paste
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey
- 1 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
- 1 small garlic clove minced
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- Sliced green onions and sesame seeds for garnish
- Cooking spray or oil mister
Instructions
- Prepare the salmon by patting it dry with paper towels. This crucial step ensures the glaze adheres well and helps achieve that perfect exterior texture.
- Make the miso glaze by combining miso paste, maple syrup, soy sauce, rice vinegar, ginger, garlic, and sesame oil in a small bowl. Whisk until smooth and well incorporated.
- Coat the salmon generously with the miso mixture, ensuring all sides are covered. For the best flavor, allow it to marinate for 5-10 minutes if time permits.
- Preheat your air fryer to 380°F (190°C) for 3 minutes. This ensures the salmon starts cooking immediately when placed inside.
- Lightly spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray or brush with a thin layer of oil to prevent sticking.
- Place the salmon in the air fryer basket, skin-side down if using skin-on fillets, making sure the pieces don’t touch each other.
- Cook for 7-10 minutes depending on thickness and desired doneness. For medium salmon, cook until the internal temperature reaches 125-130°F. There’s no need to flip the fish during cooking.
- Check for doneness by gently inserting a fork into the thickest part – it should flake easily but still look moist.
- Garnish with sliced green onions and a sprinkle of sesame seeds before serving for added flavor and visual appeal.
Notes
- If using frozen salmon, thaw completely in the refrigerator before cooking for even results.
- The cooking time may vary depending on your air fryer model and the thickness of your salmon fillets. Start checking at the 7-minute mark for thinner pieces.
- White miso paste provides a milder flavor, but you can substitute yellow or red miso for a stronger taste.
- This glaze works wonderfully with other fish like cod or sea bass if salmon isn’t available.
- For meal prep, make extra glaze and store it in the refrigerator for up to a week to use on quick weeknight dinners.