Description
These quick and easy Air Fryer Salmon Bites are bite-sized pieces of salmon coated in a sweet and savory honey garlic ginger sauce, air fried to perfection for a crispy exterior and tender inside. Ready in just 10 minutes, they make a perfect appetizer or light meal that’s full of flavor and effortlessly healthy.
Ingredients
Scale
Salmon Bites
- 1 pound salmon, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 1/2 cup soy sauce
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/3 cup honey
- 1 teaspoon ginger, minced
Glaze
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon water
Instructions
- Preheat the Air Fryer: Set your air fryer to 190°C (380°F) and allow it to preheat to ensure even cooking.
- Prepare the Marinade: In a mixing bowl, whisk together salt, garlic powder, pepper, soy sauce, minced garlic, honey, and minced ginger until fully combined.
- Coat the Salmon: Add the salmon pieces to the marinade and toss gently until each piece is fully coated with the sauce.
- Air Fry the Salmon: Remove salmon from the bowl, reserving the leftover sauce. Arrange the salmon bites in a single layer inside the air fryer basket. Cook for 6 minutes, flipping halfway through to ensure even crisping.
- Prepare the Glaze: While the salmon cooks, mix the cornstarch with water to create a slurry. Stir the slurry into the reserved marinade and heat it in a small saucepan over medium heat. Simmer until the sauce thickens slightly into a glaze.
- Glaze and Serve: When salmon bites are done, brush them with the thickened glaze and serve immediately for best flavor and texture.
Notes
- This recipe is incredibly quick and perfect for a last-minute appetizer or snack.
- Ensure you flip the salmon bites halfway through air frying for even cooking and crispiness.
- Use fresh ginger and garlic for the best vibrant flavor in the sauce.
- The sauce glaze thickening step adds a wonderful glossy finish and intensified taste.
- Watch the cooking video for visual guidance on preparing and air frying the salmon bites.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (approximately 4 ounces of salmon bites)
- Calories: 225 kcal
- Sugar: 7 g
- Sodium: 1816 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 9 g
- Fiber: 0.4 g
- Protein: 26 g
- Cholesterol: 60 mg
