Air fryer salmon with garlic sauce is an easy and healthy dinner option. It has a rich and buttery flavor and looks like you were getting served at a fancy restaurant.
Prep Time5 minutesmins
Cook Time9 minutesmins
Total Time14 minutesmins
Course: Main Course, Main Dish
Cuisine: American
Keyword: 30 minute meal, easy meals, fish recipe, restaurant food
Servings: 4Servings
Calories: 310kcal
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There are a number of methods to use when checking salmon for doneness. Using a thermometer, checking the color and texture, pressing down with your finger, using a butter knife to check.
Instant Read Thermometer
The internal temperature of cooked salmon should be 145 degrees Fahrenheit. However, since it continues to cook when off the heat, cook it to between 125 and 130 degrees Fahrenheit for best results.
Check the Color and Texture
Perfectly cooked salmon flesh will have a translucent pink color in the center. If the flesh is bright orange, it under done and should be cooked a bit longer.
Pressing Down with your Finger
When pressing down on the fish with your finger, the texture of the fish should be firm near the center and offer a little resistance when poked. If it jiggles, it probably needs a bit more cooking time.
Check with a Butter Knife
Use a butter knife to check for doneness. Insert the knife into the thickest part, generally the center. Check for juices running out, the color, and touch the flesh for the temperature.Generally, when using this method, you will be able to see where the filet was checked. Therefore, if appearance is an issue, use the instant read thermometer method.
How Long with Cooked Salmon Keep?
Whether you bake, pan fry, or air fry your salmon. It will keep in an airtight container in the refrigerator up to 3 days. Freeze for up to 4 months. When ready to eat, just thaw and warm in the air fryer or microwave until heated through.