Salmon Air Fried with Dijon Mustard and Soy Sauce

Salmon made in the air fryer is moist, tender and done to perfection every time.

5 from 6 votes

Prep Time 3

Cook Time 8

Course Fish, Main Course

Cuisine American

Servings

2 fillets salmon (about 6-8 ounces each) (or 1 larger fillet cut into 2 servings)
2 teaspoons avocado or olive oil
1 tablespoon brown sugar or honey
2 teaspoons dijon mustard
1/2 tablespoon low sodium soy sauce For gluten-free, substitute with gluten free soy sauce
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
season with just a little salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
1 pinch ground ginger optional

For easy cleanup line the air fryer basket with aluminum foil. Preheat the air fryer to 400 degrees. Sprinkle the fillet with a little salt and pepper.
In a small bowl, mix together the brown sugar, dijon mustard, oil soy sauce, garlic powder, and ginger. Spoon it all over the top of each fillet.
Place the seasoned fillets in the basket of air fryer so they are not touchng. Set at 400 °F degrees for 6-11 minutes. Time depends on the thickness of the fillet. (approximately 8 minutes for fillet 1" thick). Check it a couple times towards the end of cooking to make sure it does not overcook.
It is done when it reaches 145 °F

Keyword air fryer, Gluten Free, Restuarant quality, salmon, Salmon in air fryer, Vegetarian

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