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Salmon is the perfect fish to cook at home.

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Not only is it absolutely delicious, but it’s relatively affordable and easy to cook.

To learn more about making the perfect air fryer salmon, we talked withChef Chris NirschelwithNew York Catering Service.

Should you use fresh or frozen salmon in the air fryer?

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Honestly, you’ve got the option to use either!

The size of air fryer you choose should depend on how much salmon you want to cook at once.

Nirschel’s favorite throw in is theFritaire Air Fryer.

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Because of its rich flavors, simple can be best when it comes to a salmon meal.

When reheating, you’ll want to cook your salmon at a slightly lower temperature.

Here’s how to best reheat your air fryer salmon:

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