Description
Delicious and easy Air Fryer Salmon Bites, perfectly seasoned with a blend of spices and lightly coated in olive oil for a crispy, flavorful finish. Ready in under 20 minutes, these bite-sized salmon pieces make a healthy and satisfying snack or appetizer.
Ingredients
Salmon Bites
- 2 pounds salmon (skin removed)
- 1 tablespoon light brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ⅛ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Prepare Salmon: Cut the salmon into 1-inch cubes and place them in a large mixing bowl.
- Mix Seasonings: In a small bowl, whisk together the brown sugar, paprika, chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper until combined.
- Preheat Air Fryer: Set your air fryer to preheat at 380° F (193° C) to ensure even cooking.
- Coat Salmon: Drizzle the olive oil over the salmon cubes and toss gently to coat them evenly. Sprinkle the seasoning mixture over the salmon in batches, tossing gently after each addition to evenly coat the pieces with the spices.
- Air Fry: Arrange the salmon bites in a single layer in the air fryer basket, leaving space between pieces for proper air circulation. Cook at 380° F for 6-7 minutes without flipping, until the salmon is cooked to your preferred doneness.
Notes
- Work in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding the air fryer basket for crispier bites.
- Salmon is cooked when it flakes easily with a fork and reaches an internal temperature of 145°F.
- You can adjust the seasoning mix to your taste—add more chili powder for heat or additional garlic powder for extra flavor.
- Serve immediately for best texture and taste.
- Prep Time: 8 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Category: Snack/Appetizer
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
