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Air Fryer Pomegranate Glazed Salmon on a white plate topped with pomegranate arils and cilantro

Air Fryer Pomegranate Glazed Salmon

This Air Fryer Pomegranate Glazed Salmon is a time-saving recipe that delivers a deliciously flaky, caramelized meal in just 20 minutes. Perfect for a quick salmon dinner!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tablespoons pomegranate molasses
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons sweet chili sauce
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1 clove garlic, grated
  • 2 teaspoons honey
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • Freshly ground black pepper (to taste)
  • Four 8-ounce center-cut, skinless salmon fillets
  • 1/2 cup pomegranate arils
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves, finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 serrano pepper, seeded and finely chopped

Equipment

  • Air fryer
  • Whisk
  • small bowl

Method
 

  1. Whisk the Glaze: In a medium bowl, combine the pomegranate molasses, sweet chili sauce, soy sauce, garlic, 1 teaspoon honey, half of the lime juice, kosher salt, and pepper. Whisk until smooth.
  2. Prep the Salmon: Pat the salmon fillets dry with a paper towel. Brush the glaze generously on top, ensuring even coverage. Sprinkle each fillet with a little salt and pepper.
  3. Air Fry: Preheat your air fryer to 400°F for 3 minutes. Place the fillets in the air fryer basket, making sure there’s space between them for air circulation. Cook for 6-7 minutes, depending on the desired doneness. Medium rare = 6 minutes, Medium = 7 minutes.
  4. Make the Relish: While the salmon cooks, toss the pomegranate arils, cilantro, olive oil, serrano pepper, remaining lime juice, and 1 teaspoon honey in a bowl. Add a pinch of salt and a few grinds of pepper.
  5. Serve: Transfer the salmon to a serving plate, spoon the pomegranate relish on top, and dig in!

Notes

Pro Tip: Don’t skip preheating your air fryer—it ensures even cooking and that perfect crispy glaze on top.