Air Fryer Salmon Steak Recipe

These Air Fryer Salmon Steaks are inspired by Asian flavors. It’s the perfect healthy dinner recipe that can be made in under 30 minutes with only a few ingredients.

I am obsessed with my Air Fryer! These past weeks, my air fryer and Instant Pot has come to the rescue almost every night as we currently do not have a kitchen due to our renovation.

We have completely adjusted how we cook these past few weeks. It has not been easy, but we are managing. Since we are limited, we have adjusted our lives to living on foods prepared in the Instant Pot and our electric skillet, which helped us prepare this Bok choy recipe and this Sipo Egg recipe. 

Just like my other air fryer recipes, this salmon steak also comes together in a flash. 

Here’s Why this Air Fryer Salmon Steak Recipe Works

• This air fryer salmon is inspired by Asian flavors. 
• It comes together in less than 30 minutes. 
• Pairs well with rice and vegetables. 
• It’s incredibly flavorful and the seasoning keeps the salmon moist and light. 

Air Fryer Salmon Steak Recipe

Salmon is our go-to source for protein and easy meal. It is versatile, simple, and easy fish to cook. You can be as creative as you like when it comes to cooking salmon. 

What Is Salmon Steak

If you are not familiar with salmon steak, it is cut differently than salmon fillet. The fish is cut upright to the spine and cutting through the bone. You may also get the boneless steak as well. The salmon is cut in various thickness. However, there is no difference in flavor. 

The fish is still high in omega-3 fatty acids, protein, vitamin B, and potassium. 

My Asian Salmon Steak Ingredients 

With this recipe, you get the best of both worlds. You get an easy fish recipe that’s prepared in less than 30 minutes, and you will enjoy a recipe that’s inspired by Asian flavors. 

Below are my ingredients for the best and easiest way to make air fryer salmon. You will not believe how flavorful this fish is and how moist it is. Without further ado, here are the ingredients:

• 2 Salmon steaks – I grew up eating salmon steaks, and when we moved to our town, I thought I would never see them again until I visited an Asian store nearby. 
• 3 tbsp. Worcestershire Sauce – I like that it helps to enhance the flavors of all of the other ingredients.
• 2 tbsp. Rice Vinegar – I like the light version. 
• 3 tbsp. Garlic Paste – You may also use 4 garlic cloves, minced. 
• 2 tbsp. Sesame Oil – a must if you in Asian cuisine, in my opinion.
• ½ tsp. Kosher Salt – to help balance out the other flavors. 
• Garnishes –Sesame seeds. Optional. 

How To Air Fryer Salmon Steaks

1. Prep the fish: Wash and pat dry the fish. Place the salmon steaks in a bowl.
2. Prepare the spice: In a small bowl, mix all of the ingredients together. 
3. Marinate the salmon steak: Pour the seasoning mixture over the salmon. Cover with plastic wrap and marinate for 1 hour or overnight. 

4. Air Fry the salmon: Spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray. Then place the salmon in the air fryer. DO NOT DISCARD THE MARINADE. 

5. Cook the salmon: Cook for 15 minutes on 400 degrees. After 15 minutes, open the basket and turn the salmon over and add the remaining marinade to the fish. Continue to cook for an additional 2-3 minutes or until your desired doneness. 

6. Garnish: Garnish your salmon steaks with sesame seeds (optional) and serve warm with the preferred side.

Air Fryer Salmon steak recipe notes 

• Unlike salmon fillet, some salmon steaks may contain small bones.If so be mindful when serving it to small children. 
• Can I air bake the salmon steaks?Yes, follow the same steps and instead of air frying the salmon, bake the salmon on 400 degrees for no more than 20 minutes. 
• Can you add the salmon steaks in foil prior to putting it in the air fryer? Yes! Cooking the salmon in the air fryer allow the salmon to come out so much crispier than it would in the oven. Place each salmon in individual foil. Add the marinating juice and seal. Place the foils in the air fryer and cook as advised. Be mindful that the salmon will not come out crispy as the steam will not allow it. 

What to serve With Salmon Steaks

A perfectly cooked salmon steak should never be boring. To pair your fish steaks, try pairing it with this garden salad, this dill rice, this Haitian black rice, or this Haitian Instant Pot red beans and rice. 

But if you love this salmon steak recipe, try these other Asian flavored inspired dishes: 

Air Fryer Firecracker Chicken

Cashew Chicken Recipe

Vegetable Lo Mein Recipe

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Air Fryer Salmon Steak Recipe (Asian Flavor Inspired)

These Air Fryer Salmon Steaks are inspired with Asian flavors. It’s the perfect healthy dinner recipe that can be made in under 30 minutes with only a few ingredients.

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Course: Dinner, Main Dish

Cuisine: American, Asian

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 19 minutes

Total Time: 29 minutes

Servings: 2 Servings

Calories: 835kcal

Author: Mirlene

Ingredients

• 2 Salmon steaks
• 3 tbsp. Worcestershire Sauce
• 2 tbsp. Rice Vinegar
• 3 tbsp. Garlic Paste
• 2 tbsp. Sesame Oil
• ½ tsp. Kosher Salt
• Garnishes – Sesame seeds. Optional.

Instructions

• Wash and pat dry the fish. Place the salmon steaks in a bowl.
• In a small bowl, mix all of the remaining ingredients.
• Pour the seasoning mixture over the salmon. Cover with plastic wrap and marinate for 1 hour or overnight.
• Spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray. Then place the salmon in the air fryer. DO NOT DISCARD THE MARINADE.
• Cook for 15 minutes on 400 degrees. After 15 minutes, open the basket and turn the salmon over and add the remaining marinade to the fish. Continue to cook for an additional 2-3 minutes or until your desired doneness.
• Garnish your salmon steaks with sesame seeds (optional) and serve warm with the preferred side.
• Air Fryer Salmon steak recipe notes

Notes

Air Fryer Salmon steak recipe notes

• Unlike salmon fillet, some salmon steaks may contain small bones. If so be mindful when serving it to small children.
• Can I air bake the salmon steaks? Yes, follow the same steps and instead of air frying the salmon, bake the salmon on 400 degrees for no more than 20 minutes.
  Can you add the salmon steaks in foil prior to putting it in the air fryer? Yes!
• Cooking the salmon in the air fryer allows the salmon to come out so much crispier than it would in the oven. Place each salmon in individual foil. Add the marinating juice and seal. Place the foils in the air fryer and cook as advised. Be mindful that the salmon will not come out crispy as the steam will not allow it.

Nutrition

Serving: 2Servings | Calories: 835kcal | Carbohydrates: 22g | Protein: 47g | Fat: 65g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 28g | Monounsaturated Fat: 19g | Cholesterol: 94mg | Sodium: 633mg | Fiber: 9g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 2IU | Vitamin C: 6mg | Calcium: 75mg | Iron: 74mg

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