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Honey Harissa Salmon

Looking to whip up a delicious and nutritious dinner in a flash? Say hello to your new go-to: Honey Harissa Salmon made in the air fryer. In just 30 minutes, you can have tender salmon fillets infused with a sweet and spicy glaze that will leave your taste buds dancing. The salmon is crispy yet moist and flakey and the flavor is not too spicy or not too sweet so perfect for everyone to enjoy a bite!
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Yields4 servings
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Servings4 servings

Ingredients

HONEY HARISSA GLAZE

  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 1/4 cup harissa
  • 1 1/2 tablespoon finely minced garlic
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1/4 cup water
  • salt, to taste
  • black pepper, to taste
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch mixed with 1 tablespoon water

SALMON

  • 4 salmon fillets
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon coriander
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon salt, more to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions 

MAKE THE HONEY HARISSA GLAZE

  1. Heat a saucepan over medium heat and add the honey, harissa, garlic, unsalted butter, lemon juice, and water.
  2. Mix together and simmer for 5 minutes. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
  3. Combine the cornstarch with water to make the cornstarch slurry and add it in.
  4. Stir until the sauce thickens and take off the heat. Set aside.

COOK THE SALMON

  1. Preheat the air fryer to 400°F.
  2. Line the air fryer with parchment paper and lay the salmon filets on.
  3. Drizzle olive oil and the spices evenly onto each fillet.
  4. Air fry for 7 to 8 minutes.
  5. Take the salmon out of the air fryer. Brush with the honey harissa glaze and pop back in the air fryer for 2 to 3 more minutes.
  6. Remove from the oven and enjoy warm!

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