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How Long to Cook Crispy-Skin Salmon Fillet (6 oz Skin-On) in the air fryer
Specification: 6 oz center-cut skin-on salmon fillet, skin scaled and scored, rubbed with olive oil and kosher salt
Target Temp
390°F (199°C)
Convection Heat
Total Time
8–11 mins
Total Cook Window
Flip Mark
No Flip
Continuous Cook
Internal Safe Temp
128°F (53°C)
USDA Safe Pull
COOK MODE
Live timer · flip prompt · target temp · rest stage
3-Step Execution Protocol
1
Preheat & Prep
Preheat air-fryer to 390°F (199°C). Place crispy-skin salmon fillet (6 oz skin-on) (6 oz center-cut skin-on salmon fillet, skin scaled and scored, rubbed with olive oil and kosher salt) in a single layer with space between items for convection airflow. Spray lightly with high-smoke-point oil.
2
Cook
Cook for 8–11 mins. Do not flip; allow surface to develop undisturbed.
3
Check & Rest
Salmon skin is crackling crisp like a potato chip while flesh is opaque on edges and tender in center Confirm internal temperature reaches 128°F (53°C). Rest for 3 minutes before serving.
Verification Basis & Testing Rig
Wild Alaska Seafood Marketing Institute & America's Test Kitchen Crispy Salmon Tests
Pro Tip: Below the USDA 145°F seafood recommendation; standard culinary target for salmon. Air fry skin-side UP for the entire cook; the circulating heat directly crisps the skin without flipping.
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