Do salmon and pomegranate go together?

Definitely—the rich flavor of salmon complements the sweet and tangy taste of pomegranate molasses beautifully. That’s what makes air fryer pomegranate glazed salmon so unique—it balances bold and bright in every bite.

How long should I cook salmon in my air fryer?

Cook at 400°F for 8 to 10 minutes, depending on thickness. The fish should flake easily and reach an internal temp of 145°F.

Do I need to flip salmon in the air fryer?

No. Always cook air fryer pomegranate glazed salmon skin-side down. It cooks evenly and keeps the glaze intact.

How to not dry out salmon in an air fryer?

Avoid overcooking. Use a thermometer and brush with glaze halfway through to lock in moisture and add flavor.

Air Fryer Pomegranate Glazed Salmon – The Best 20-Minute Savory Dinner

Name: Air Fryer Pomegranate Glazed Salmon
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 15 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1/2 cup BBQ sauce; 1 to 2 Tbsps pomegranate molasses (link to buy in post above); kosher salt, pepper, all purpose seasoning blend of choice; 2 salmon fillets ( each about 4 to 6 ounces)

Description

This easy air fryer recipe for Pomegranate Glazed Salmon combines BBQ sauce and pomegranate molasses to create a beautifully rich glaze.

Ingredients

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1/2 cup BBQ sauce
1 to 2 Tbsps pomegranate molasses (link to buy in post above)
kosher salt, pepper, all purpose seasoning blend of choice
2 salmon fillets ( each about 4 to 6 ounces)

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Instructions

Put the BBQ sauce and pomegranate molasses (more or less depending on your taste) in a bowl and stir until combined.
Put half in small bowl for dipping.
Brush some the other half on the salmon fillets. Season the salmon with kosher salt, pepper, and all purpose seasoning blend of choice.
Put the salmon, skin side down in the air fryer basket. Set the air fryer to 400 degrees for 8 to 10 minutes. Brush more of the sauce halfway through cooking.
Serve with the extra sauce that was set aside earlier.

Prep Time: 5 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 2
Calories: 201 kcal