Name: Air Fryer Citrus Soy Asian Salmon
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 45 min
Ingredients: 1 orange, (juice & zest); 1/4 cup low sodium soy sauce; 3 tablespoons rice wine vinegar; 2 garlic cloves, (minced); 1 tablespoon ginger paste; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 3 tablespoons honey; 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes; 3 ounces shiitake mushrooms, (whole); 2 5 ounce salmon fillets; thinly sliced scallions, (to garnish); sesame seeds, (to garnish)

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The BEST…and easiest Asian Salmon made with delicious citrus soy flavors. The result is perfect, flavorful, and juicy!

If you loved this salmon recipe, make sure you try these Blackened Salmon Rice Bowls, Salmon Cakes, and Green Goddess Salmon Bowls.

asian salmon with mushrooms in a white bowl

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Whether it’s Air Fryer Miso Salmon or Air Fryer Crusted Pistachio Salmon, I LOVE making salmon in the air fryer! But like everyone, I definitely fall into a cooking funk from time to time. Especially with salmon. I’ll find a “favorite” salmon recipe and make it over and over again.

It’s just so easy to get comfortable cooking with safe recipes, quick recipes, or familiar flavors.

However, this salmon recipe is about to teleport your tastebuds to a whole new world!

The best part…aside from it being incredibly delicious….it’s super easy to make!

Citrus Soy Asian Salmon Recipe

Imagine the perfect zesty, citrusy soy salmon that is melt in your mouth perfection…all made at home!

It will be ready and on your dinner table in 45 minutes (if we are counting the 30 minutes it takes to marinate)!

Asian Salmon Ingredients

Salmon – Rich in Omega-3 fatty acids, B vitamins, and potassium, it’s the star ingredient of this recipe!

Mushrooms – I used Shiitake mushrooms for this recipe but you can use whatever mushrooms you have on hand or whatever type you prefer.

two salmon fillets marinating in a white bowl

Marinade – To make this salmon truly perfect, in terms of flavor, you will need, an orange, soy sauce, rice wine vinegar, olive oil, and honey.

Spices – For this recipe, you will need: garlic cloves, ginger paste, red pepper flakes, and sesame seeds.

How to make Asian Salmon

1. Make the marinade. Combine all of the marinade ingredients in a shallow bowl. Pour half the mixture into a medium-sized mixing bowl.

2. Marinate the salmon and the mushrooms. Place the salmon, skin side up, in the shallow bowl, and place the mushrooms in the medium-sized mixing bowl. Spoon the marinade over the mushrooms to cover them and marinate both the salmon and the mushrooms for 30 minutes.

two salmon fillets with mushrooms in an air fryer basket

3. Cook the salmon and mushrooms. Preheat the air fryer to 400° F. Place the salmon fillets in the air fryer basket skin side down and arrange the mushrooms around the salmon. Cook 8-10 minutes.

To serve, drizzle some of the remaining marinade from the mushroom bowl and garnish with fresh sliced scallions and sesame seeds.

Pro-Tip: You can use fresh ginger if you have it, but be sure to make it into a paste first!

Questions You May Have

Can I meal prep this recipe?

Personally, I prefer my salmon fresh. If reheating salmon is your thing, go for it!

It tastes great over a bed of mixed greens, and you can eat it hot or cold.

Is Air Frying Healthy?

Yes! In fact, it cuts calories 70-80% compared to deep-frying. It is truly a fantastic way to get a perfect texture to your salmon without making it unhealthy!

Which Air Fryer do you use?

I love this one, but you can find more air fryer recommendations here. I highly recommend them, they’re worth every penny. You may never turn your oven on again!

Is Salmon Healthy?

Salmon is a proud member of the fatty fish family. Similar to avocados, salmon is a good and healthy fatty fish.

In fact, Salmon is primarily known for its heart-healthy properties and its role in aiding weight loss.

asian salmon on a white plate with mushrooms

If that wasn’t bribe enough to eat salmon or try this recipe, salmon has incredible health properties:

It can lower your blood pressure
Packed full of vitamins and minerals
It’s great brain food and helps with memory
Salmon has anti-inflammatory properties
Great for your skin
Good for your joints

What can I pair my Salmon with?

Make it a complete meal with:

You can also pair it with white or brown rice!

silver fork on a white plate with asian salmon and mushrooms

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