Air Fryer Furikake Salmon is deliciously flaky and juicy. The Furikake seasoning gives the salmon a flavorful and crunchy topping. You'll love the crispy salmon skin and that it's ready in less than 15 minutes!
Air Fryer Furikake Salmon
You'll love the convenience of this Furikake Salmon in the Air Fryer. Not only does it cook extremely quickly, but clean up is a breeze!
The air fryer is slowly becoming my favorite way to cook salmon. You can even make this furikake salmon using frozen salmon in the air fryer!
This is especially good if you’re looking for a quick and easy healthy dinner option.
The trick to getting deliciously crispy salmon skin is to pre-heat your air fryer prior to cooking the salmon. It's the same technique I use when cooking a steak in the air fryer.
What is Furikake Seasoning?
Furikake seasoning is a Japanese seasoning that is comprised of bonito flakes, nori, salt, sesame seeds, and sugar. It can vary a little in ingredients depending on which region you are in. It's a sweet, salty and crunchy seasoning.
Why you'll love this Air Fryer Furikake Salmon
- Simple Recipe - there are only 2 ingredients needed to make this easy air fryer recipe! Just salmon and the seasoning. No oil is needed because salmon is a fatty fish.
- Quick Recipe - making salmon in the air fryer only takes about 15 minutes including the pre heat time!
- Flavorful - the furikake seasoning provides a uniquely sweet and salty flavor!
Ingredients
- Salmon filets - any type of salmon will fork for this recipe. Options include: Atlantic Salmon, Coho Salmon, King Salmon, Pink Salmon, or Sockeye Salmon. They have different price point and not all are available at your local grocery store.
- Furikake seasoning - you can find Furikake seasoning at most Asian Markets, Walmarts, and online retailers like Amazon.
Tips & Tricks
You may need to add 1-2 minutes more to the air fryer depending on the thickness of your salmon.
Tools to make this easy recipe
- The Cosori Air Fryer is my favorite air fryer because of the big basket. It’s perfect for a variety of recipes.
- Meat thermometer to check the internal temperature of the salmon is at least 145F.
How to make Air Fryer Furikake Salmon
- Preheat the air fryer for 5 minutes at 400F.
- Next sprinkle the furikake seasoning over the salmon and slightly press down to make sure the seasoning sticks well.
- Cut the salmon into 4, 4 ounce filets
- Transfer the salmon filets to the air fryer basket.
- Cook at 400F for 8 minutes. Check with a meat thermometer at the thickest point of the salmon.
Stovetop Directions
If you don't have an air fryer, you can always make this furikake salmon in a cast iron skillet on the stove.
First, cut the salmon into 4 (4 oz) filets. Heat a skillet to medium heat and add a tablespoon of avocado oil. Season the salmon with furikake seasoning and place the salmon in the skillet.
Cook the salmon for 4 minutes on each side or until internal temperature reaches 145F.
Substitutions
If you do not have salmon, you can use another fatty fish like trout, herring, or mackerel. If you can't find Furikake seasoning at your local Asian market or even Walmart, you can substitute it with something sort of similar.
Maybe the "Everything but the Bagel seasoning" would be a good option to try.
What to serve with Air Fryer Furikake Salmon
Furikake Salmon in the Air Fryer is a great protein that pairs nicely with many different side dishes. If you are looking to make and asian inspired meal then try it with Air Fryer Broccolini.
If you want to keep this meal a low carb meal than you can always make Mashed Cauliflower or Blackstone Green Beans.
Feeling fancy? Use this furikake salmon to make a delicious sesame salmon bowl pictured below.
How to store
Store any leftovers in an air tight container for up to 2 days. You can also read my post all about How to Store Salmon for more tips.
How to reheat
Place salmon in the air fryer for 2-3 minutes at 390F or place on a microwave safe plate and cook for 1-2 minutes.
FAQs
If you don't care about having crispy skin, you can cook salmon in 8-9 minutes. If you want crispy skin, pre-heat the air fryer for 5 minutes first and then cook the salmon for 8 minutes.
No. The salmon cooks perfectly without being flipped.
If the salmon has skin on it, most likely it won't stick if you put it straight into the air fryer. The salmon skin is packed full of healthy omega 3 fatty acids, so no need to add oil.
If you're using skinless salmon filets, you may need to spray the air fryer basket with avocado oil to help prevent it from sticking.
Chances are you forgot to pre-heat the air fryer, or you are using salmon that is not very fresh.
More delicious Salmon Recipes to Try
If you loved this easy Furikake Salmon in the Air Fryer, check out these other tasty salmon recipes.
- Air Fryer Frozen Salmon
- Sheet Pan Salmon and Asparagus
- Air Fryer Teriyaki Salmon
- Salmon on the Blackstone Griddle
- Paleo Baked Pesto Salmon Recipe
Air Fryer Furikake Salmon
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 lbs salmon
- 2 tablespoons furikake seasoning
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer for 5 minutes at 400F.
- Next sprinkle the furikake seasoning over the salmon and slightly press down to make sure the seasoning sticks well.
- Cut the salmon into 4-4 ounce filets
- Transfer the salmon filets to the air fryer basket.
- Cook at 400F for 8 minutes. Check with a meat thermometer at the thickest point of the salmon.
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