Air Fryer Salmon Bites with Garlic Cream Sauce
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
20 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Total Time
30 mins
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Servings
2
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Calories
463 kcal
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Course
Main Course, Dinner
Air Fryer Salmon Bites with Garlic Cream Sauce
Description
This recipe cuts skinless salmon fillets into one-inch bites, then tosses them with olive oil, fresh lime juice, minced garlic, paprika, salt, and pepper. Cooking in the air fryer at a high temperature allows the salmon pieces to cook evenly and quickly without drying out, producing bites that are cooked through but still tender.
The garlic cream sauce is prepared simultaneously by gently heating butter, heavy cream, garlic, parsley, salt, and pepper, blending into a smooth, aromatic sauce that complements the salmon's mild flavor. Pouring this sauce over the salmon bites adds richness and a silky texture.
The dish is suggested to be served over mashed potatoes or rice, where the sauce can mingle with the starch for a complete meal. The method and timing focus on creating moist salmon bites without overcrowding the air fryer basket to ensure even cooking.
Ingredients
Salmon
- 2 almon filets (6 ounces each), skin removed
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lime juice 1-2 limes, squeezed, fresh
- ½ teaspoon garlic minced
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Garlic Cream Sauce
- 4 tablespoons butter unsalted
- ¼ cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons garlic minced
- 1 tablespoon parsley minced, fresh
- ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 390°F. Spray the basket of the air fryer with nonstick cooking spray.
- Use a paper towel to pat the salmon filets dry. Use a sharp knife to cut each filet into 1-inch squares.
- In a medium bowl combine olive oil, lime juice, garlic, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the mixture over the salmon bites and gently toss to coat.
- Working in batches, place the salmon bites in an even layer in the basket of your air fryer. (Do not overcrowd.) Air fry for 4-5 minutes. Flip and repeat on the opposite side, or until the salmon reaches an internal temperature of 140-145°F. Place the cooked salmon in a bowl.
- While salmon is cooking, prepare the garlic sauce.
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, add butter, heavy cream, garlic, parsley, salt, and pepper. Stir together until the butter is melted and the mixture is fully combined and heated through (4-5 minutes).
- Pour the garlic cream sauce over salmon bites and serve over mashed potatoes or rice.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 2Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 463 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 463kcal | 23% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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