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Perfectly Juicy Salmon Fillets with Butter Air Fryer Recipe

This simple carnivore diet air fryer recipe features tender salmon fillets basted in clarified butter for a rich, flavorful meal. With just a few ingredients and a quick cook time, this dish is perfect for an easy, protein-packed lunch or dinner.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Course Lunch, Main Course
Cuisine American, Carnivore/Keto Fusion
Servings 2
Calories 350 kcal

Equipment

  • 4 to 6-quart air fryer

Ingredients
  

  • 2 salmon fillets about 6 oz each
  • 2 tbsp clarified butter or tallow for basting
  • Salt to taste

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the air fryer to 375°F.
  • Season the salmon by lightly sprinkling salt on both sides.
  • Cook the salmon: Place the fillets in the air fryer basket, skin-side down. Air fry for 8-10 minutes, depending on thickness, until the internal temperature reaches 145°F.
  • Baste with butter: While the salmon is cooking, melt the clarified butter or tallow in a small saucepan. After cooking, brush the fillets with melted butter for extra flavor.
  • Serve hot, drizzled with additional melted butter.

Notes

Variations (Flexible Carnivore Diet):

  • Garlic Butter: Add minced garlic to the butter before basting for extra depth.
  • Cheesy Salmon: Sprinkle shredded cheese over the fillets during the last minute of air frying.

Nutrition

Calories: 350kcalProtein: 30gFat: 25g
Keyword Air fryer salmon carnivore, Butter-basted salmon recipe, Carnivore diet air fryer recipes, easy carnivore air fryer meal, Keto air fryer salmon, Low-carb air fryer fish
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