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Cajun Spiced Air Fryer Salmon

Bold, smoky, and packed with flavor. This Cajun-rubbed salmon comes out perfectly crispy on the outside, tender on the inside
July 3, 2026 by
Cajun Spiced Air Fryer Salmon
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Prep Time: 5 mins | Cook Time: 12 mins | Serves: 2 pax

Cajun Spiced Air Fryer Salmon

Ingredients
  • 2 salmon fillets (180g each)
  • 1 tbsp paprika
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 1 tsp cayenne pepper
  • 1 tsp brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Optional: lemon wedges to serve

Instructions
  1. Mix paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, thyme, cayenne and brown sugar.
  2. Rub salmon fillets with olive oil. Coat generously with Cajun spice mix.
  3. Preheat air fryer to 200°C.
  4. Place salmon in basket, skin-side down. Air fry 9 to12 min until crust is darkened and crispy.
  5. Serve with lemon wedges.

Suggested Food Pairing
  • Greek salad
  • Roaster vegetables

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