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Best Damn Air Fryer Salmon Bites Recipe

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  • Author: Kimberly
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 7 minutes
  • Total Time: 17 minutes
  • Yield: 2 servings
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Air Frying
  • Cuisine: American

Description

These Best Damn Air Fryer Salmon Bites are a quick, flavorful, and healthy appetizer or snack. Tender salmon cubes are marinated in a delicious blend of olive oil, soy sauce, honey, garlic powder, paprika, and sesame oil, then perfectly air fried to golden, slightly charred perfection. Ready in just under 20 minutes, they are garnished with fresh scallions for a burst of freshness, making them an irresistible and easy-to-make dish.

Ingredients

For the Salmon Bites

  • 1 lb. salmon, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • Cooking spray
  • Scallions, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Marinade: In a medium bowl, combine the olive oil, soy sauce, honey, garlic powder, paprika, and sesame oil. Mix thoroughly to blend all the flavors together into a vibrant marinade.
  2. Marinate the Salmon: Add the salmon cubes to the marinade and toss gently until all pieces are evenly coated with the flavorful mixture.
  3. Marinate in the Fridge: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes, or up to 3 hours, to allow the salmon to absorb the marinade’s flavors.
  4. Preheat the Air Fryer: Set your air fryer to 400℉ and allow it to preheat for a few minutes to ensure even cooking.
  5. Arrange and Air Fry: Spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray to prevent sticking. Place the marinated salmon cubes in a single layer in the basket. Air fry at 400℉ for 7 minutes until the salmon is cooked through (reaching an internal temperature of 145℉) and the edges are golden and slightly charred.
  6. Serve: Transfer the cooked salmon bites to a serving dish and garnish with chopped scallions. Serve immediately for the best flavor and texture.

Notes

  • Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket; cook in batches if necessary to ensure even cooking and crispy edges.
  • Feel free to adjust the sweetness or saltiness by modifying the honey or soy sauce amounts to suit your taste.
  • Use fresh salmon for the best texture and flavor, and ensure it is properly cleaned and deboned.
  • The marinating time can be shortened to 15 minutes for a quick meal, or extended up to 3 hours for deeper flavor infusion.
  • If you don’t have an air fryer, these salmon bites can be baked in the oven at 400℉ for about 12-15 minutes, turning halfway through cooking.

Find it online: https://slsrecipes.com/best-damn-air-fryer-salmon-bites-recipe/