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Spicy Jalapeno Salmon

Spicy Air Fryer Salmon with Jalapeño Butter is a quick, high-protein dinner featuring paprika, cayenne, white pepper and garlic salt, finished with a warm jalapeño butter sauce.

Air Fryer Dinner High Protein Pescatarian Quick Meal Salmon Seafood Jalapeño Butter
spicy-jalapeno-salmon
Prep 10 minutes
Cook 20 minutes
Total
Servings 4
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Ingredients

Spicy Salmon

  • 1 lb salmon fillet, cut into approximately 1 1/4-inch-wide portions
  • 1 tbsp paprika
  • 1/2 tsp garlic salt
  • 1/2 tsp white pepper
  • 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper

Jalapeño Butter

  • 1 tbsp butter
  • 1 small jalapeño, seeded and finely diced

Equipment

  • Air fryer
  • Small mixing bowl
  • Microwave-safe bowl
  • Sharp knife
  • Paper towels

Instructions

Prepare the Salmon

  1. Cut the salmon into approximately 1 1/4-inch-wide portions.
  2. Using a sharp knife, lightly score the top of each salmon portion in a shallow crosshatch pattern about 1/8 inch deep. Do not cut through the salmon.
  3. In a small bowl, mix the paprika, garlic salt, white pepper and cayenne pepper until evenly combined.
  4. Pat the salmon dry thoroughly with paper towels.
  5. Sprinkle the seasoning mixture evenly over the tops of the salmon portions, gently pressing it into the scored surface.

Air Fry

  1. Preheat the air fryer to 330°F (166°C), if your air fryer requires preheating.
  2. Arrange the salmon portions in the air fryer basket in a single layer with space between them.
  3. Air fry for approximately 20 minutes, depending on thickness, until the salmon flakes easily and reaches an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).

Make the Jalapeño Butter

  1. While the salmon cooks, place the butter in a microwave-safe bowl and microwave just until melted.
  2. Remove the seeds from the jalapeño, finely dice it and stir it into the melted butter.

Serve

  1. Transfer the cooked salmon to serving plates.
  2. Spoon the warm jalapeño butter over the salmon and serve immediately.

Estimated Nutrition Per Serving

Estimate

Serving size: 1 salmon portion (about 4 oz)

Calories260 kcal
Protein23 g
Carbohydrates2 g
Fat17 g
Fiber1 g
Sugar0 g
Sodium360 mg
Saturated Fat5 g

Nutrition values are estimates and may vary based on brands, portions, substitutions and preparation.

Pair It With

Grilled Asparagus
Cauliflower rice
Steamed broccoli
Fresh side salad

Notes

  • Nutrition is estimated per serving based on 1 lb of salmon divided into 4 servings and the full tablespoon of butter divided evenly across the recipe.
  • Cooking time will vary based on the thickness of the salmon portions and the air fryer model.
  • For less heat, reduce the cayenne pepper or use only part of the jalapeño.
  • For more heat, leave some jalapeño seeds in the butter sauce.
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