Air Fryer Spicy Hasselback Salmon
Indulge in the flavors of Air Fryer Spicy Hasselback Salmon, a delightful dish that combines the crispy texture of air-fried salmon with a fresh, zesty salad inspired by sushi rolls. This recipe features salmon fillets cut into hasselback style, allowing for a perfect infusion of spices and seasonings. Served alongside a vibrant cucumber, jalapeno, and avocado salad topped with a creamy, spicy sauce, this dish is not only visually appealing but also remarkably quick to prepare. In just 30 minutes, you can create a healthy meal bursting with flavor that your family will adore any night of the week.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Total Time: 22 minutes
- Yield: Serves 2
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Japanese
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 ounces salmon (skin on, two 6-ounce fillets)
- 2 tablespoons avocado oil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon onion powder
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne
- ¼ cup kewpie mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon sriracha
- 1.5 teaspoons low sodium soy sauce
- 1-2 teaspoons maple syrup
- ½ cup English cucumber (diced small)
- 2 tablespoons jalapeno (finely diced)
- 1 small avocado (diced small)
- 1 tablespoon lime juice (fresh squeezed)
- pinch kosher salt (to taste)
- few turns cracked black pepper (to taste)
- 1 cup rice (cooked)
- ½ teaspoon sesame seeds (divided)
- 1 tablespoon cilantro (freshly chopped and divided)
Instructions
- Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
- Place salmon fillets skin-side down on a cutting board and make evenly spaced cuts along the top.
- Mix avocado oil and spices in a bowl; brush over salmon ensuring seasoning gets into the cuts.
- Cook salmon in the air fryer for 5-7 minutes until crispy and cooked through.
- While cooking, combine diced cucumber, jalapeno, avocado, lime juice, salt, and pepper in another bowl.
- Serve salmon over rice or on its own; top with salad mixture and drizzle with spicy sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 salmon fillet with salad (approx. 200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
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