Japanese

Air Fryer Teriyaki Salmon

Name: Air Fryer Teriyaki Salmon
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Japanese
Ingredients: 4 pieces salmon fillets; 60 ml soy sauce; 2 tbsp honey; 1 tbsp rice vinegar; 1 tsp sesame oil; 1 clove garlic, minced; 1 tsp ginger, grated

Published June 2, 2026·Updated June 2, 2026·by Air Fryer Crispy Editorial Team·✓ Editorially Reviewed

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Flaky salmon fillets with a caramelized teriyaki glaze. The air fryer creates a beautiful sticky finish.

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servings:4

Ingredients

4 piecessalmon fillets
60 mlsoy sauce
2 tbsphoney
1 tbsprice vinegar
1 tspsesame oil
1 clovegarlic, minced
1 tspginger, grated

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Instructions

Mix soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, sesame oil, garlic, ginger.

Brush salmon fillets generously with half the sauce.

Air fry at 200°C / 400°F for 8-10 minutes.

💡 Salmon is done at 63°C / 145°F internal.

Brush with remaining sauce in the last 2 minutes. Serve with rice.

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Common Questions

How long does it take to cook teriyaki salmon? ▾

Total time is about 20 minutes, with 10 minutes of actual cooking. Cooking times may vary slightly depending on your equipment and ingredient size.

How many servings does this teriyaki salmon recipe make? ▾

This recipe yields 4 servings as written. You can easily scale the recipe up or down using the serving size adjuster above the ingredient list.

Why is my salmon fillets not crispy in the air fryer? ▾

For maximum crispiness, avoid overcrowding the basket, pat ingredients dry before cooking, and shake or flip halfway through. A light coating of oil also helps achieve a golden finish.

What can I serve with teriyaki salmon? ▾

This dish pairs well with a fresh salad, roasted vegetables, rice, or crusty bread. Check our related recipes below for more ideas.

What to drink with this

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Wine

A medium-bodied red like Pinot Noir, or unoaked Chardonnay if you prefer white.

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Beer

Pale ale or pilsner — light enough to not overpower.

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Cocktail

Classic gin and tonic with cucumber.

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Non-alcoholic

Sparkling water with a squeeze of lemon and fresh herbs.

Ingredient substitutions

Ingredient	Replace with	Ratio	Notes
soy sauce	tamari	1:1	Gluten-free. Slightly less sweet, more pronounced umami.
	coconut aminos	1:1	Soy-free + gluten-free. Slightly sweeter; reduce other sweeteners.

The story behind this recipe ▾

The appeal of air fryer teriyaki salmon comes from the combination of familiar ingredients and a straightforward method. In the japanese tradition this recipe belongs to, fish dishes are often distinguished by how well the main components are balanced rather than by complexity of technique. Here, salmon fillets, soy sauce, honey form the backbone of the flavour, supported by the remaining ingredients in the list of 7. Total timing is 20 minutes end to end — 10 minutes of prep and 10 minutes of cooking. The yield of 4 makes it suitable for a family-sized portion.

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This recipe is for inspiration only. We do not provide food safety, storage, or nutritional advice. Always follow your local food safety guidelines. Check all ingredients for allergens.

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