Sweet chilli salmon is about as easy as a glazed salmon gets — flaky fish under a sticky, sweet-and-spicy chilli glaze. The air fryer does it in 10 minutes. Here's how.
Key takeaways
Q: How do you make sweet chilli salmon in an air fryer?
A: Air fry salmon at 200°C (400°F) for 8–10 minutes, brushing on sweet chilli sauce in the last few minutes.
Q: Why glaze at the end?
A: The sugary glaze can catch, so add it near the end.
Times & temperatures
| Cut | Temp | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Fillet | 200°C / 400°F | 8–10 min |
The recipe
Air Fryer Sweet Chilli Salmon
Ingredients
- 2 salmon fillets
- 3 tbsp sweet chilli sauce
- 1 tsp soy
- Lime, coriander
Method
- Air fry salmon at 200°C for 6 min.
- Brush with sweet chilli and soy.
- Cook 3–4 minutes more.
- Finish with lime and coriander.
Tips
- Glaze near the end so it doesn't burn.
- Don't overcook — pull at 8–10 min.
- Lime at the end balances the sweetness.
Frequently asked questions
How do you make sweet chilli salmon in an air fryer?
Air fry salmon at 200°C for 8–10 minutes, brushing on sweet chilli sauce and a little soy in the last few minutes so it glazes without burning.
Why add the glaze at the end?
Sweet chilli sauce is sugary and catches easily, so brushing it on near the end gives a sticky glaze rather than a scorched one.
What do you serve with it?
Rice and stir-fried greens, or noodles, with lime and coriander to lift the sweet glaze.