If you want to impress someone, you need to try my Air Fryer Miso Glazed Salmon!
Guaranteed success every single time, this Air Fryer Miso Glazed Salmon is my go-to recipe for weeknight dinners.
Tender salmon coated in a savory umami miso sauce, I promise even if you are a beginner cook, you will be able to make my Air Fryer Miso Glazed Salmon at home.
I was blown away by how delicious this Air Fryer Miso Glazed Salmon was that I made it every day for a week!
Unlike cooking salmon in a pan, an air fryer can control the temperate. Therefore if cooked correctly, it guarantees tender and perfect salmon every time.
Plus, this air fryer recipe is perfect for you if you are like me and hate doing dishes and cleaning the whole stove after making salmon from all the oil splatter.
PRO-TIP: If you want to save time doing dishes, you can place the parchment paper underneath, so no dishes are needed!
The famous Nobu restaurant inspires this Air Fryer Miso Glazed Salmon Recipe.
Whenever I walk into Nobu, I am welcomed by torched Mayo’s smokey and umami smell.
After many attempts at recreating the famous Miso Black Cod, here is my version that is easy and simple to make at home.
All you need is miso paste, mirin or honey, soy sauce, dashi powder, black pepper, and Japanese Mayo. Marinate the fish for at least 30 minutes or overnight.
My secret tip for SUPER tender salmon with a crispy umami crust is Japanese Mayo.
I HIGHLY recommend using Japanese Mayo for this recipe. While you can substitute for American Mayo, Kewpie Mayo is a STABLE item in my kitchen.
Because it provides the ultimate umami flavor, you can’t find in American Mayo. Below are the main difference between American Mayo and Japanese Mayo.
- First, Japanese Mayo is made with ONLY the yolk, which gives it richer flour and a custard-like texture.
- Second, No Salt and other seasoning are added except for MSG, which provides its umami flavor!
- Lastly, Japanese Mayo is made with Rice Vinegar, giving it a sweeter tang than American Mayo.
Do you want more AIR FRYER recipes? Here are some of my go-to recipes that you will LOVE!
- Taiwanese Street Corn (Air Fryer)
- Ginger Glazed Salmon Bites (Air Fryer)
- Honey Glazed Pork Belly (Air Fryer)
- Creamy Stuffed Portobello Mushroom (Air Fryer Recipe)
Ingredients
- 2 pieces of Salmon with the skin on (around 5-7 oz each)
- 1.5 tablespoons white miso paste
- 1 tablespoon Mirin or Honey
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 0.5 tablespoon dashi powder
- A pinch of black pepper
- 3 tablespoon Japanese Mayo
- First, mix Japanese mayo, soy sauce, miso paste, mirin, dashi powder, and black pepper.
- Coat the top of the salmon with the mayo mixture (not the side with the skin), marinate for 30 minutes or overnight
- Line the air fryer with parchment paper, or spray it with oil. Place the salmon skin side facing down.
- Air fry at 400F for 10-11 minutes. ENJOY!
Air Fryer Miso Glazed Salmon
Equipment
Materials
- 2 pieces of Salmon with the skin on around 5-7 oz each
- 1.5 tablespoons white miso paste
- 1 tablespoon Mirin or Honey
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 0.5 tablespoon dashi powder
- A pinch of black pepper
- 3 tablespoon Japanese Mayo
Instructions
- First, mix Japanese mayo, soy sauce, miso paste, mirin, dashi powder, and black pepper.
- Coat the top of the salmon with the mayo mixture (not the side with the skin), marinate for 30 minutes or overnight
- Line the air fryer with parchment paper, or spray it with oil. Place the salmon skin side facing down.
- Air fry at 400F for 10-11 minutes. ENJOY!
