This air fryer sweet chili salmon is intentionally flexible—brush on the sauces, add the seasonings, and let the air fryer do the work. It is a quick protein option that pairs well with rice and just about any vegetable.
A QUICK NOTE
Thaw frozen salmon overnight in the refrigerator and pat it dry before seasoning. Fillet thickness varies, so begin checking at 7 minutes and cook until the salmon flakes easily and reaches 145°F in the thickest part.
INGREDIENTS
Salmon fillets, thawed if frozen
Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Sweet chili sauce
Low-sodium soy sauce
Paprika
Nonstick cooking spray
Chopped green onions, optional
Sesame seeds, optional
DIRECTIONS
1. Pat the salmon fillets dry with paper towels.
2. Season the salmon with black pepper.
3. Brush the fillets generously with sweet chili sauce and a small amount of soy sauce, then sprinkle with paprika.
4. Lightly coat the air fryer basket with nonstick spray and preheat the air fryer to 400°F.
5. Arrange the salmon in the basket without overlapping. Air fry for 7–8 minutes, adjusting the time as needed for the thickness of the fillets.
6. Check that the salmon flakes easily with a fork and reaches 145°F in the thickest part.
7. Top with chopped green onions and sesame seeds, if desired. Serve with jasmine rice and a vegetable.
