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Garlic Butter Salmon with Crispy Edges

A close-up of a perfectly cooked Garlic Butter Salmon fillet with crispy edges, garnished with fresh parsley.
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A quick and easy air fryer recipe for flavorful salmon with perfectly crispy edges, ready in under 20 minutes.

Ingredients

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  • 2 (6 ounce) salmon fillets, skin on or off
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Pat the salmon fillets completely dry using paper towels.
  2. In a small bowl, mix the melted butter, minced garlic, lemon juice, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
  3. Place the salmon fillets in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
  4. Brush the butter mixture evenly over the top of each salmon fillet.
  5. Set your air fryer temperature to 400°F (200°C).
  6. Cook for 10 to 12 minutes, until the salmon flakes easily with a fork.
  7. Remove from the air fryer, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve immediately.

Notes

  • For thicker fillets (over 1.5 inches), increase cook time by 1 to 2 minutes.
  • If using skin-on salmon, place fillets skin-side down.
  • Do not overcrowd the basket; cook in batches if necessary.

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Keywords: Garlic Butter Salmon, Crispy Salmon, Air Fryer Salmon, Quick Dinner, Easy Salmon Recipe, Healthy Salmon

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