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Air Fryer Blackened Salmon

4.7(5)
10 min
Time
400°F
Temp
340 cal
Cal
4
Serves

Ingredients

Blackening Spice
1 tbsp paprika
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp onion powder
1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
1/2 tsp dried thyme
1/2 tsp dried oregano
Salt and black pepper
Salmon
4 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
2 tbsp butter, melted
Lemon wedges
Fresh parsley

Equipment

  • Air Fryer Parchment Liners

Steps

  1. 1

    Mix all blackening spices together.

  2. 2

    Pat salmon dry. Brush with melted butter. Press spice mixture onto all sides of the fillets.

  3. 3

    Air fry at 400°F for 8-10 minutes until salmon flakes easily and the spice crust is dark and aromatic.

  4. 4

    Squeeze lemon over the top.

  5. 5

    Serve with rice, grilled vegetables, or a fresh salad.

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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.

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