Spicy Cajun Air Fryer Salmon
Ingredients
- 4 (6-ounce) center-cut salmon fillets, skinless
- 1 tbsp avocado oil
- 2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- ½ tsp cayenne pepper (or more, to taste)
- ½ tsp freshly ground black pepper
- 1 tsp fine sea salt
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together the smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, dried thyme, cayenne pepper, black pepper, and salt to create the Cajun spice blend.
- Pat the salmon fillets completely dry with a paper towel. Rub them all over with the avocado oil.
- Sprinkle the Cajun spice blend generously and evenly over the top and sides of each salmon fillet.
- Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 3-5 minutes.
- Place the seasoned salmon fillets in the air fryer basket in a single layer, ensuring they do not overlap.
- Cook for 8-10 minutes, until the salmon flakes easily with a fork or an instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part reads 135-140°F.
- Carefully remove the salmon from the basket and let it rest for 1-2 minutes before serving.
Notes
The exact cooking time will vary based on the thickness of your salmon fillets and your specific air fryer model. Use an instant-read thermometer for best results.