Ingredients
Salmon
- 10 oz salmon fillets, skin on or off
Sauce
- ¼ cup Kewpie mayo
- 1 tbsp sriracha, more or less to taste
- ½ tsp sesame oil
- ¼ tsp salt
- ⅛ tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Prepare the Salmon: Pat dry the salmon fillets thoroughly with paper towels to remove any excess moisture. Place them skin side down (if skin is on) on a piece of parchment paper set inside your air fryer basket to prevent sticking and ensure even cooking.
- Make the Spicy Mayo Sauce: In a small bowl, combine the Kewpie mayo, sriracha, and sesame oil until smooth and well blended. This will add a creamy, spicy, and nutty flavor to complement the salmon.
- Apply the Sauce and Season: Spread approximately 1 tablespoon of the prepared sauce over each salmon fillet evenly. Then sprinkle the fillets with salt and black pepper to enhance the flavor. Reserve any remaining sauce for serving.
- Air Fry the Salmon: Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C). Cook the salmon fillets in the air fryer basket for 10 to 12 minutes, depending on thickness, until the salmon flakes easily with a fork and reaches your preferred doneness (145°F for safe cooking, or around 130°F for a more moist texture).
- Serve: Remove the salmon carefully from the air fryer and serve over a bed of rice or your preferred side. Drizzle with the reserved spicy mayo sauce for extra flavor, and enjoy your quick, spicy, and delicious salmon meal.
Notes
- Salmon is considered safe to eat after reaching an internal temperature of 145°F; however, cooking it to about 130°F often results in a moister and more tender fish.
- If you prefer less spice, reduce the amount of sriracha or omit it altogether.
- Using parchment paper helps in easy cleanup and prevents the salmon from sticking to the air fryer basket.
- Feel free to substitute Kewpie mayo with regular mayonnaise if unavailable, though it will slightly alter the flavor.
- Prep Time: 3 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American, Asian
