Salmon fillets are a beloved staple in many households, and when you pair them with the rich and savory flavors of garlic butter, you create a dish that is nothing short of exquisite. The recipe takes this classic combination to new heights with the ease and convenience of air frying, resulting in perfectly cooked salmon that is flaky on the inside and crispy on the outside.
Ingredients
Scale:
4 salmon fillets (6 oz each, skin-on recommended)
2 tablespoons olive oil (extra virgin preferred)
1 teaspoon salt (sea salt or kosher salt)
½ teaspoon black pepper (freshly ground)
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice (about ½ lemon)
1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
Prep the Salmon: Rinse the salmon fillets under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels.
Season the Fillets: Mix olive oil, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl. Brush the mixture on both sides of the fillets.
Make the Garlic Butter Sauce: Melt unsalted butter in a small saucepan over low heat, add minced garlic, sauté until fragrant, then stir in lemon juice.
Prepare the Air Fryer: Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 5 minutes.
Air Fry the Salmon: Place fillets in the air fryer basket, skin side down, and cook for 7-10 minutes until opaque.
Glaze with Garlic Butter: Brush garlic butter sauce over fillets in the last minute of cooking.
Garnish and Serve: Remove salmon and drizzle remaining sauce over the top, garnishing with parsley if desired.
