If you're short on time but still want a flavor packed meal, this Air Fryer Teriyaki Salmon is calling your name. It's sticky, spicy, and a little sweet. It's everything you want in a 10 minute dinner. Crispy edges, juicy salmon, and a drizzle of chili crisp? Say less. Toss it over rice or noodles and call it a win.
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Ingredients and Substitutions
Salmon → Use steelhead trout or tofu cubes for a pescatarian or vegetarian option
Teriyaki sauce → Make your own teriyaki sauce or use your favorite bottled sauce.
Honey → Use maple syrup or agave
Toasted sesame oil → Regular sesame oil works too.
Chili crisp → Use sriracha, sambal oelek, or omit for a milder version
See recipe card for quantities.
How to make teriyaki salmon air fryer
- Step 1: Combine all the ingredients in a bowl.
- Step 2: Air fry
Equipment
- Air Fryer
Top tips
- Don't overcrowd the air fryer-give the salmon space to crisp up.
- Pat the salmon dry before marinating to avoid excess moisture.
- Use skinless salmon for best texture (but skin-on works if you like it crispy!).
FAQs
Yes! Thaw the salmon completely and pat dry before marinating to avoid excess water and uneven cooking.
This goes great with jasmine rice, soba noodles, stir-fried veggies, or even in lettuce wraps for a lighter option.
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Air Fryer Teriyaki Salmon
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Marinate: In a bowl, mix teriyaki sauce, honey, sesame oil, and chili crisp. Add salmon cubes and toss gently to coat. Let sit for 5-10 minutes (optional) or cook them right away.
- Preheat & Air Fry: Preheat air fryer to 400°F (200°C). Place salmon in a single layer in the basket.
- Cook: Air fry for 8 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through. The salmon should be caramelized and lightly crisp on the edges.
- Serve: Garnish with sesame seeds, green onion, or a drizzle of extra sauce. Serve with rice, noodles, or veggies.
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- Do not use the same utensils on cooked food, that previously touched raw meat
- Wash hands after touching raw meat
- Don't leave food sitting out at room temperature for extended periods
- Never leave cooking food unattended
- Use oils with high smoking point to avoid harmful compounds
- Always have good ventilation when using a gas stove
Jason Bowman says
Can't believe how easy this recipe was!! It's just delicious teriyaki salmon and so easy in the air fryer. The teriyaki sauce is perfect.
Carmen Spillette says
Thank you so much!!!
Yuki K says
This is the best air fryer teriyaki salmon I've ever made. it was so easy and my whole family absolutely loved it. My kids usually don't eat salmon but they'll devour this.
Carmen Spillette says
That is the sweetest thing ever.
Lisa B says
This made my taste buds go crazy 🩷 Love the teriyaki sauce, perfect balance with the salmon. Thanks Carmen!!!
Carmen Spillette says
Thanks Lisa, glad you enjoyed it!
Cher Nahajzer says
Never saw the recipe to make your own teriyaki sauce, could you post or send