Air Fryer Blackened Salmon
Air Fryer Blackened Salmon is made with paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, dried thyme; air fry at 400°F for 10 minutes to serve 4. 340 calories per serving.
Ingredients
Steps
- 1
Mix all blackening spices together.
- 2
Pat salmon dry. Brush with melted butter. Press spice mixture onto all sides of the fillets.
- 3
Air fry at 400°F for 8-10 minutes until salmon flakes easily and the spice crust is dark and aromatic.
- 4
Squeeze lemon over the top.
- 5
Serve with rice, grilled vegetables, or a fresh salad.
Tip: The butter helps the spices form a crust and prevents burning. The crust should look very dark — that's char, not burnt. Skin-on fillets work best: cook skin-side down and don't flip. The cayenne is the heat — adjust to your preference.
Why Air Fry This?
- ⏱️Ready in 10 minutes vs ~15 in a conventional oven — no preheating needed.
- 🌊Gentle, even heat cooks fish through without drying it out — no flipping required.
- ⚡Uses significantly less energy than heating a full-size oven for a single batch.
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