Honey Mustard Glazed Salmon (Printer-Friendly Version)

Tender salmon fillets brushed with honey mustard glaze, cooked quickly for a crisp outside and flaky inside.

# Required Ingredients:

→ Proteins

01 - 4 salmon fillets, 170 g each, skin-on or skinless

→ Glaze

02 - 30 ml honey
03 - 30 ml Dijon mustard
04 - 15 ml olive oil
05 - 5 ml garlic powder
06 - 2.5 ml paprika
07 - Salt to taste
08 - Freshly ground black pepper to taste

→ Garnish

09 - Lemon wedges for serving

# Step-by-Step Instructions:

01 - Whisk together honey, Dijon mustard, olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper in a small bowl until smooth.
02 - Using a brush or spoon, evenly coat each salmon fillet on all sides with the honey mustard glaze.
03 - Preheat the air fryer to 190°C (375°F) for 2 to 3 minutes to ensure even cooking.
04 - Place salmon fillets skin-side down in the air fryer basket, leaving space between each for proper air circulation.
05 - Air fry the salmon for 8 to 10 minutes or until it flakes easily with a fork and reaches an internal temperature of 63°C (145°F).
06 - Transfer salmon to plates and serve immediately with fresh lemon wedges.

# Handy Cooking Tips:

01 - Bring salmon to room temperature before cooking for even doneness.
02 - Pat salmon dry with paper towels to help glaze adherence.
03 - Avoid overcrowding the air fryer basket to ensure proper cooking.
04 - Use a food thermometer to prevent overcooking; salmon is done at 63°C.
05 - Rest salmon for 1 to 2 minutes after cooking to retain moisture.
06 - For crisper texture, increase air fryer temperature to 204°C for last 1-2 minutes.

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