Source: Kai, AdobeStockFish often comes to the rescue when you need a light yet satisfying dish. Today, we suggest you try cooking chum salmon in an air fryer! Check out our selection of 10 best recipes with various additions and marinades!
1. Baked Chum Salmon with Lemon and Ginger in an Air Fryer
Source: AdobeStockFeel free to add any spices you like.
You will need: 500 g chum salmon, 1/2 lemon, 2 cloves garlic, 1 tbsp grated ginger, 3 tbsp olive oil, salt, ground black pepper, ground ginger, ground coriander.
Preparation: Mix olive oil, a little lemon juice, garlic pressed through a press, ginger, and all spices. Cut the fish into portioned pieces and marinate them in this mixture for 15 minutes.
Then, place the chum salmon in an air fryer dish, and you can add a few more lemon slices on top. Bake for 20-25 minutes at 220 degrees, depending on the size of the pieces.
2. Chum Salmon Steaks in an Air Fryer
Source: AdobeStockOne of the best ways to cook any red fish.
You will need: 2 chum salmon steaks, 1/2 lemon, 1 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp Italian herbs, salt, ground black pepper.
Preparation: Drizzle the salmon steaks with lemon juice and olive oil, season with salt, pepper, and aromatic herbs. Place them on the upper rack of the air fryer and bake for 15-20 minutes at 200 degrees. You can flip them once during cooking, but it's not essential.
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3. Chum Salmon with Vegetables and Figs in an Air Fryer
Source: AdobeStockSimple yet very original!
You will need: 800 g chum salmon, 4 figs, 2 eggplants, 2 bell peppers, 2 tomatoes, 1-2 red onions, 2 cloves garlic, 1 lemon, 3 tbsp olive oil, 3 tsp honey, salt, spices, aromatic herbs.
Preparation: Grease the dish with oil, slice the figs and arrange them at the bottom. Drizzle the fig slices with honey, place the salmon pieces on top, season with salt and spices, and add a lemon slice to each.
Arrange the coarsely chopped vegetables and garlic around the fish, drizzle with oil, and season again. Cover with foil and place the dish on the middle rack of the air fryer. Bake for 40-45 minutes at 220 degrees, and remove the foil 10 minutes before the end of cooking.
4. Chum Salmon Baked with Lemon and Rosemary in an Air Fryer
Source: AdobeStockThis dish is for those who prefer minimalist recipes.
You will need: 600 g chum salmon, 1 lemon, 2-3 cloves garlic, 3 sprigs rosemary, 30 g butter, 3 tbsp olive oil, salt, ground black pepper.
Preparation: Mix olive oil, garlic pressed through a press, juice of half a lemon, and spices to taste. Marinate the salmon pieces in this marinade for 20-30 minutes.
Then, place the fish on the rack, and add lemon slices and rosemary on top. Bake for 8-10 minutes in the air fryer at 180-200 degrees, then flip the salmon, place a small piece of butter on each, and bake for another 7-8 minutes.
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5. Chum Salmon and Broccoli Casserole in an Air Fryer
Source: AdobeStockA complete main course that needs nothing else.
You will need: 300 g chum salmon fillet, 400 g broccoli, 200 g feta cheese, 80 g hard cheese, 4 eggs, 200 ml cream, salt, spices.
Preparation: Cut the fish into medium pieces, and the feta into cubes. Grate the hard cheese, and blanch the broccoli florets for 2-3 minutes in boiling water, then drain.
Whisk the eggs with cream, season, and mix with the grated cheese. Place the salmon fillet, feta, and broccoli in a baking dish, pour the egg mixture over it, and bake for 30-40 minutes in the air fryer at 180 degrees. If necessary, cover with foil.
6. Baked Chum Salmon with Mustard and Soy Sauce in an Air Fryer
Source: AdobeStockA little mustard doesn't overpower the fish's flavor but adds a subtle piquancy.
You will need: 500 g chum salmon, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 2 tbsp grainy mustard, 2 tbsp lemon juice, spices.
Preparation: Cut the salmon into portioned pieces, mix all marinade ingredients, and marinate the fish for 15-20 minutes. Then, place it on the lower rack of the air fryer and bake for 20 minutes at 180 degrees.
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7. Chum Salmon with Potatoes in an Air Fryer
Source: AdobeStockSimple and versatile potato side dish comes to the rescue here too!
You will need: 500 g chum salmon, 400 g potatoes, 1/2 lemon, 2 tbsp olive oil, salt, paprika, spices, aromatic herbs.
Preparation: Thinly slice the potatoes and mix them with olive oil, spices, and aromatic herbs. Cut the salmon into portioned pieces, drizzle with lemon juice, and season to taste. Place everything in the air fryer basket and bake for about 25 minutes at 200 degrees.
8. Chum Salmon with Tomatoes and Cheese in an Air Fryer
Source: AdobeStockAn impressive dish that's even suitable for a festive table.
You will need: 500 g chum salmon steaks or fillet, 1-2 tomatoes, 80 g hard cheese, 2 tbsp sour cream, 1 tbsp lemon juice, salt, ground black pepper, aromatic herbs.
Preparation: Cut the salmon into portioned pieces, drizzle with lemon juice, and season. Place the fish in the air fryer basket, spread with sour cream, and arrange tomato slices on top. Sprinkle with grated cheese and bake for 20 minutes in the air fryer at 200 degrees.
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9. Chum Salmon Baked with Onions and Carrots in an Air Fryer
Source: AdobeStockIf desired, sprinkle with cheese for a beautiful crust.
You will need: 600 g chum salmon, 1 carrot, 1 onion, 2 tbsp mayonnaise, 1 tsp tomato paste, salt, spices.
Preparation: Chop and sauté the onion with carrots, add tomato paste and spices, and cook for another 1 minute. Cut the salmon into portioned pieces, season to taste, and place in a baking dish. Spread with mayonnaise and add the sautéed vegetables on top. Bake for 20 minutes in the air fryer at 190-200 degrees.
10. Chum Salmon with Soy Sauce and Honey in an Air Fryer
Source: AdobeStockThe perfect marinade for this fish!
You will need: 500 g chum salmon, 2 tbsp olive oil, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp honey, ground garlic, ground ginger, ground red pepper.
Preparation: Mix all marinade ingredients and marinate the salmon pieces for 20 minutes. Then, place them in the air fryer basket and bake for 20 minutes at 200 degrees. You can flip them during cooking for an even crust.