I finally gave up on air fryer salmon after three soggy attempts

Last week, I followed a popular recipe that said to cook a 6-ounce fillet at 400 degrees for 12 minutes. It came out wet and steamed, not crispy at all. I tried it two more times with less time and more oil, but it just never got that nice sear I can get in my cast iron in half the time. Everyone raves about it, but I think the air fryer is just wrong for certain fish. Has anyone else had this problem and found a trick that actually works?

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margareto2619d ago

Thought the same until I tried patting it bone dry first.

paige33119d ago

Try using a hair dryer on the cool setting instead.

robin62819d ago

Totally agree with the cold shot. That warm air just makes it frizz up again instantly. My curls used to look like a puffball until I switched. Even a quick blast on cool at the end locks the style in way better. Makes a huge difference.