Description
Crispy and flavorful Air Fryer Salmon Bites coated with a smoky seasoning blend, cooked to perfection in just minutes. These tender, bite-sized salmon pieces make a perfect snack or main dish and are delicious served with creamy avocado, scallions, cooked rice, and a zesty bang bang sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
Salmon Bites
- 1 pound salmon (about 1″ thick)
- Olive oil spray (as needed)
- 1/2 teaspoon seasoning salt
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
Optional Serving Suggestions
- Bang Bang Sauce (to taste)
- Cooked rice (to taste)
- Avocado (to taste)
- Scallions (to taste)
Instructions
- Prepare the Bang Bang Sauce and Sides: If you plan to serve with bang bang sauce, rice, avocado, or scallions, prepare these components first so everything is ready when the salmon bites are done.
- Cut the Salmon: Using a sharp knife, cut the salmon into 1-inch cubes. Remove the skin if desired, or leave it on for an extra crispy texture during cooking.
- Season the Salmon: Place the salmon cubes in a bowl and toss them evenly with seasoning salt, smoked paprika, and garlic powder to ensure every bite is flavorful.
- Prepare the Air Fryer: Spray the air fryer basket lightly with olive oil spray to prevent sticking. Arrange the salmon pieces in a single layer inside the basket. Depending on the size of your air fryer, you may need to cook in two batches.
- Air Fry the Salmon: Cook the salmon bites at 400°F (200°C) for 5 to 7 minutes. There’s no need to preheat the air fryer or flip the salmon during cooking. Cook until the salmon is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
- Serve and Enjoy: Serve the salmon bites immediately with your choice of cooked rice, sliced avocado, scallions, and a drizzle of bang bang sauce for a delicious and satisfying meal.
Notes
- Removing the salmon skin is optional; leaving it on gives a crispier texture.
- Cook salmon in batches if your air fryer basket is small to avoid overcrowding and ensure even cooking.
- Seasoning salt can be substituted with your preferred seasoning blend if unavailable.
- Do not preheat the air fryer for this recipe.
- For extra crispy bites, lightly spray the salmon with olive oil before air frying.
