Air Fryer Salmon Bites
These Air Fryer Salmon Bites are crispy on the outside, juicy inside, and ready in about 15 minutes. Serve them as a quick snack, appetizer, salad topper, taco filling, or easy seafood dinner.
Ingredients
- skinless, boneless salmon fillets fresh or thawed from frozen, cut into 1-inch cubes
- olive oil or avocado oil or melted butter
- garlic powder
- onion powder
- smoked paprika
- salt
- black pepper
- cayenne use a pinch, optional for heat
- panko bread crumbs optional, for extra crunch; use gluten-free panko or crushed Rice Chex if needed
- lemon wedges for serving
- fresh dill for serving
Instructions
- Cut the salmon into 1-inch cubes, keeping the pieces close in size so they cook evenly.
- Place the salmon cubes in a bowl, drizzle with olive oil, sprinkle generously with garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, pepper, and cayenne if using, then toss gently to coat every piece.
- If using panko bread crumbs, add them to the seasoned salmon and mix gently so the pieces get a light coating.
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F for 2 to 3 minutes to help the salmon bites crisp up.
- Lay the salmon bites in a single layer in the air fryer basket, working in batches if needed so the basket is not overcrowded.
- Cook at 400°F for 7 to 9 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through, until the salmon bites have a crisp golden crust and are still juicy inside.
- Serve warm with a squeeze of lemon, a sprinkle of fresh dill, and your favorite dipping sauce if desired.
Notes
Cool leftovers completely, then store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. For longer storage, freeze the bites in a single layer, then transfer to a bag and freeze for up to 2 months. Reheat in the air fryer at 350°F for 3 to 4 minutes, or until warmed through and crispy again; microwaving works in a pinch but the coating will lose crunch.
Nutrition
Calories: 250kcal
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