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Air Fryer Salmon Bites

These easy Air Fryer Salmon Bites are coated in a flavorful sauce, then air fried for a delicious crispy texture. They are prepared with simple, healthy ingredients and make an easy weeknight dinner the whole family will love.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Additional Time
30 mins
Total Time
48 mins
Servings: 5
Calories: 285 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Asian

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup soy sauce
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 Tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 Tablespoons honey
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 1/2 pounds skinless salmon fillets cut into 1 inch pieces

Instructions

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  1. Preheat your air fryer to 370 degrees Fahrenheit.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, garlic, olive oil, honey, salt, and pepper. Add the salmon to the sauce, mix well, and marinate for 30 minutes.
  3. Remove the salmon from the marinade and place about 15 salmon bites in the air fryer basket, making sure that no pieces are touching. Air fry for 3-4 minutes.
  4. While the salmon is cooking, pour the remaining marinade into a small saucepan and bring it to a simmer. Allow the sauce to thicken for 2-3 minutes.
  5. Once the salmon is done, brush the thickened marinade onto the bites. Place the salmon back into the air fryer and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
  6. Repeat the process with any remaining salmon pieces.

Notes

  • Use skinless salmon. It is much easier to make salmon bites in the air fryer with skinless salmon, and that is what I recommend using for this recipe.
  • Use skinless salmon. It is much easier to make salmon bites in the air fryer with skinless salmon, and that is what I recommend using for this recipe.
  • Use cooking spray. In order to prevent sticking and ensure a crisp texture, lightly spray air fryer basket with nonstick spray or brush it with a small amount of oil.
  • Use cooking spray. In order to prevent sticking and ensure a crisp texture, lightly spray air fryer basket with nonstick spray or brush it with a small amount of oil.
  • Make a simple dipping sauce. Cooked salmon bites taste delicious on their own, but if you have a few minutes to prepare a spicy mayo for dipping I recommend it! All you need to do is mix 1/4 cup of mayonnaise with two teaspoons of sriracha hot sauce in a small bowl. You can also add 1-2 Tablespoons of water to make your spicy sauce more pourable.  
  • Make a simple dipping sauce. Cooked salmon bites taste delicious on their own, but if you have a few minutes to prepare a spicy mayo for dipping I recommend it! All you need to do is mix 1/4 cup of mayonnaise with two teaspoons of sriracha hot sauce in a small bowl. You can also add 1-2 Tablespoons of water to make your spicy sauce more pourable.  
  • Don’t crowd the basket. Make sure to leave room around your salmon pieces so that they can cook evenly and get crispy. Depending on the size of your air fryer, you will probably need to cook your salmon in batches to ensure even cooking in the air fryer.
  • Don’t crowd the basket. Make sure to leave room around your salmon pieces so that they can cook evenly and get crispy. Depending on the size of your air fryer, you will probably need to cook your salmon in batches to ensure even cooking in the air fryer.
  • Preheat your air fryer. I like to preheat my air fryer for a few minutes before adding the food. This ensures that the proper temperature has been reached and that your air fryer salmon bites will cook up crispy and juicy. 
  • Preheat your air fryer. I like to preheat my air fryer for a few minutes before adding the food. This ensures that the proper temperature has been reached and that your air fryer salmon bites will cook up crispy and juicy. 
  • Don't overcook your salmon. All air fryers cook differently, so your cook time may vary. You can check for doneness by using a fork to gently flake the salmon. It should be opaque and easily flaked, but still moist in the center. You can also check your salmon with a meat thermometer; the internal temperature should be 145 degrees Fahrenheit. Top your delicious seasoned salmon bites with chopped green onions, parsley, or sesame seeds for the finishing touch.
  • Don't overcook your salmon. All air fryers cook differently, so your cook time may vary. You can check for doneness by using a fork to gently flake the salmon. It should be opaque and easily flaked, but still moist in the center. You can also check your salmon with a meat thermometer; the internal temperature should be 145 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Top your delicious seasoned salmon bites with chopped green onions, parsley, or sesame seeds for the finishing touch.
  • Storing and reheating: Any leftover salmon bites can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
  • Storing and reheating: Any leftover salmon bites can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.

Nutrition Information

Calories 285kcal (14%) Carbohydrates 9g (3%) Protein 30g (60%) Fat 14g (22%) Saturated Fat 2g (10%) Polyunsaturated Fat 4g Monounsaturated Fat 7g Cholesterol 75mg (25%) Sodium 1589mg (66%) Potassium 728mg (21%) Fiber 0.2g (1%) Sugar 7g (14%) Vitamin A 55IU (1%) Vitamin C 1mg (1%) Calcium 25mg (3%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 5Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 285

% Daily Value*

Calories 285kcal 14%
Carbohydrates 9g 3%
Protein 30g 60%
Fat 14g 22%
Saturated Fat 2g 10%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4g 24%
Monounsaturated Fat 7g 35%
Cholesterol 75mg 25%
Sodium 1589mg 66%
Potassium 728mg 15%
Fiber 0.2g 1%
Sugar 7g 14%
Vitamin A 55IU 1%
Vitamin C 1mg 1%
Calcium 25mg 3%
Iron 2mg 11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.