Description
These Air Fryer Salmon Bites feature tender salmon cubes marinated in a savory and sweet soy-based sauce with garlic and ginger. Quickly cooked in the air fryer, they come out perfectly crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside. Garnished with sesame seeds and optionally served with spicy mayo or sriracha aioli, they make a delightful, healthy appetizer or main dish ready in under 20 minutes.
Ingredients
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Salmon and Marinade
- 12 oz / 340 g salmon fillets, skin and bones removed
- 2 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce
- 2 teaspoons honey
- 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
- 1/2 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
- 1 garlic clove, grated
- Small cube fresh ginger, grated
Garnish (Optional)
- Sesame seeds
- Green onions, sliced
- Spicy mayo or sriracha aioli
- Olive oil spray for air fryer basket
Instructions
- Prepare the Salmon: Remove the skin and any bones from the salmon fillets. Slice the salmon into large cubes approximately 1 inch (2.5 cm) in size to ensure quick and even cooking.
- Make the Marinade: In a container, combine the soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, toasted sesame oil, grated garlic, and grated fresh ginger. Mix thoroughly until the ingredients are well incorporated, forming a balanced savory and sweet marinade.
- Marinate the Salmon: Place the salmon cubes into the marinade and stir gently to coat all the pieces evenly. Allow the salmon to marinate for at least 10 minutes at room temperature; for deeper flavor, you can marinate for several hours in the refrigerator.
- Preheat the Air Fryer: Set your air fryer to 390°F (200°C) and preheat it. Lightly spray the air fryer basket with olive oil to prevent sticking.
- Air Fry the Salmon: Arrange the marinated salmon pieces in a single layer in the air fryer basket, ensuring they do not touch to allow hot air to circulate properly. Air fry for 5 to 8 minutes, depending on your preferred doneness. Halfway through the cooking time, flip the salmon pieces and brush them with the leftover marinade for enhanced flavor and moisture.
- Serve: Once cooked, transfer the salmon bites to a serving plate. Garnish with sesame seeds, sliced green onions, and drizzle with spicy mayo or sriracha aioli if desired. Serve alongside steamed rice and vegetables or create a vibrant salmon bowl. Enjoy your flavorful and healthy salmon bites!
Notes
- Marinating for longer than 10 minutes, up to a few hours in the fridge, will infuse more flavor into the salmon.
- Make sure to not overcrowd the air fryer basket to ensure even cooking and crispiness.
- If you don’t have toasted sesame oil, regular sesame oil or a small amount of olive oil can be used instead.
- Adjust the air frying time depending on the size of the salmon cubes and your desired level of doneness.
- Serve immediately for best texture and flavor; leftovers can be refrigerated but may lose crispness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (approx. 170g)
- Calories: 284 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 651 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 7 g
- Fiber: 0.2 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 94 mg
