Air Fryer Alaska Salmon Rub 3 Ways

Air Fryer Alaska Salmon Rub 3 Ways

This recipe features wild salmon fillets seasoned with your choice of Greek, BBQ, or turmeric ginger rubs, air-fried in just 20 minutes.

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes

Total Time: 20 minutes

Servings: 4

Yield: 4 servings

INGREDIENTS

4 (6 ounce) wild Alaska salmon fillets

2 teaspoons avocado oil

Salmon seasoning blend (see options below)

2 tablespoons melted butter

Lemon or lime wedges

RUB OPTIONS

1- Greek Rub

1-1/2 teaspoon dried oregano

1/2 teaspoon dried basil

1/2 teaspoon onion powder

1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

1 teaspoon kosher salt

1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper

2-Sweet and Smokey BBQ Rub

2 teaspoons brown sugar

3/4 teaspoon smoked paprika

1/2 teaspoon onion powder

1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

1/2 teaspoon ground dry mustard

1/4 teaspoon chipotle chili powder

1 teaspoon kosher salt

1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper

3-Turmeric Ginger Rub

1 teaspoon ground turmeric

1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper

3/4 teaspoon ground ginger

1/2 teaspoon ground coriander

1/2 teaspoon chili powder

1/4 teaspoon garlic powder

1 teaspoon kosher salt

PREPARATION

Step 1: Pick your seasoning blend

Combine all ingredients in a bowl.

Step 2: Prep Seasonings and air-fry salmon

• Preheat air fryer to 400F.

• Pat salmon fillets dry with paper towels. Brush oil all over salmon. Mix together desired seasoning blend and generously sprinkle onto salmon on all sides.

• Place salmon fillets in a lightly greased air fryer basket, skin-side down. Air fry until salmon is golden brown and just cooked through about 8-10 minutes. (Air fry in batches if needed for smaller air fryers.)

Step 3: Serve

Brush with warm butter and serve with lemon or lime wedges.