Air Fryer Salmon Teriyaki
A quick and delicious Air Fryer Salmon Teriyaki recipe featuring perfectly cooked salmon fillets glazed with a homemade teriyaki sauce. This healthy and flavorful dish is ready in under 30 minutes, making it perfect for weeknight dinners.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 22 minutes
- Yield: 4
Ingredients
4 salmon fillets, skin on, about 6 ounces each
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons water
1 tablespoon honey
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
1 teaspoon sesame oil
1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
1 garlic clove, minced
1 teaspoon cornstarch
1 tablespoon cold water
1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds
2 green onions, thinly sliced
Instructions
In a small saucepan, combine soy sauce, water, honey, brown sugar, rice vinegar, sesame oil, grated ginger, and minced garlic.
Bring the mixture to a gentle boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally until the sugar dissolves.
In a small bowl, mix cornstarch with cold water to create a slurry.
Slowly whisk the cornstarch slurry into the saucepan and continue to cook for 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens.
Remove the teriyaki sauce from heat and set aside to cool slightly.
Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 5 minutes.
Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels.
Brush each salmon fillet generously with the teriyaki sauce on all sides.
Place the salmon fillets skin-side down in the air fryer basket, making sure they do not overlap.
Air fry the salmon for 10-12 minutes, or until the salmon flakes easily with a fork and reaches an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).
During the last 2 minutes of cooking, brush the salmon with additional teriyaki sauce for a glossy finish.
Remove the salmon from the air fryer and transfer to serving plates.
Garnish with toasted sesame seeds and sliced green onions.
Serve immediately with steamed rice and vegetables if desired.