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Crispy air fryer salmon bites served with dipping sauce

Air Fryer Salmon Bites

Crispy and flavorful salmon bites made in an air fryer, perfect as an appetizer or main dish.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Main Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salmon
  • 1.5-2 lb center cut salmon filets (skin removed and cut into approx. 1 inch pieces) Make sure the salmon is cut into uniform pieces.
  • 2 Tbsp olive oil
  • 0.5 Juice of half a lemon
  • 1 Tbsp honey
  • 2 Tbsp soy sauce (tamari for gluten-free)
  • 3-4 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 0.25 tsp onion powder
  • 0.75 tsp smoked paprika
  • 0.5 tsp pepper
  • 0.5 tsp sea salt
For the Bang Bang Sauce
  • 0.5 c mayonnaise
  • 3 Tbsp sweet chili sauce
  • 0.5-1 Tbsp sriracha (vary to desired spice level) Adjust based on your heat preference.
  • 2 tsp honey
  • 1 tsp rice vinegar

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Cut the salmon into approximately 1-inch cubes to ensure even cooking.
  2. In a small bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, onion powder, smoked paprika, pepper, and sea salt. Whisk well to combine.
  3. Toss the marinade with the salmon pieces, coating them thoroughly. If you can, let it marinate for up to 30 minutes, but do not exceed that to avoid mushiness from the lemon juice.
Cooking
  1. Place the salmon bites in the air fryer basket in a single layer. If you have a large batch, work in batches for the best results.
  2. Set the air fryer to 400°F and cook for 7-10 minutes. You can turn or shake them halfway for even crispiness.
  3. The salmon is done when the outside is browned and crispy and the internal temperature reaches 145°F.
  4. While the salmon cooks, whisk together the bang bang sauce ingredients: mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, honey, and rice vinegar. Adjust the spice level to your taste.
  5. Once the salmon is cooked, let it rest for 3-5 minutes. Serve it with a generous drizzle of the bang bang sauce and enjoy!

Notes

These salmon bites can be served as an appetizer or main dish. They pair well with steamed vegetables or salad. To store leftovers, use an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat in an air fryer to regain crispiness.