Incredibly Delicious Air Fryer Salmon

• salmon (see note 1)↗1 lb
• brown sugar↗1 tablespoon
• paprika↗1 teaspoon
• smoked paprika↗1 teaspoon
• chili powder↗0.5 teaspoon
• onion powder1 teaspoon
• garlic powder↗0.5 teaspoon
• cornstarch1 teaspoon
• coarse kosher salt↗0.75 teaspoon

  or 1/2 teaspoon table salt

• avocado or olive oil↗2

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   Prepare the salmon: Remove the skin if present. Pat dry with paper towels until the surface is almost dry. Cut the salmon into 1–2 inch cubes (see photo).

2. 2

   Prepare the spices: Mix the spices in a small bowl.

3. 3

   Coat the salmon with the spices: Toss the salmon cubes in the spices and oil – I usually use my hands to mix thoroughly.

4. 4

   Cook the salmon in the air fryer: Place the salmon pieces in the air fryer (I just dump them in) and spread them out so they are not overlapping. Cook at 400 °F for 8 minutes!

5. 5

   Done! Delicious! At this point the outside should be crispy‑golden and the inside juicy and tasty. When you press each piece with a fork it easily falls apart, leaving a buttery, juicy texture inside. (You can cook 6–7 minutes if you prefer medium doneness.)