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Air Fryer Salmon Bites

Published May 10, 2023 by Allyson
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In less than 10 minutes these healthy delicious salmon bites are ready to eat! Air fryer salmon bites are easy to make and totally delicious!

In less than 10 minutes these healthy delicious salmon bites are ready to eat! Air fryer salmon bites are easy to make and totally delicious!

The air fryer is an appliance that basically takes cooking to another level...an easier and faster method for everything. These Air Fryer salmon bites not only take a fraction of the time of baking but they also get super crispy!

In less than 10 minutes these healthy delicious salmon bites are ready to eat! Air fryer salmon bites are easy to make and totally delicious!

These salmon bites are the perfect healthy dinner and this sauce is so yummy! Serve these bites with rice, cauliflower rice, or Quinoa Fried Rice to make the perfect meal! I also like serving them in an Asian Salad as well!

Ingredients needed for Air Fryer Salmon Bites:

**scroll down for full ingredients list and printable directions**

ingredients for recipe
  • Salmon filets: remove the skin from the bottom of the filets and discard. I prefer Atlantic salmon but it's your choice. Cut the salmon into bite size pieces that are about the same size.
  • For the sauce/marinade:
    • sesame oil
    • crushed red pepper flakes
    • minced garlic
    • brown sugar (light or dark is fine)
    • reduced sodium soy sauce
    • fresh ginger
    • sriracha hot sauce
  • For the glaze:
    • cornstarch
    • water
  • For topping:
    • green onions - chopped
    • sesame seeds

I love making these Air Fryer Salmon Bites with this delicious Asian sauce, however you can use other sauces or marinades as well such as Homemade Sweet Chili Sauce, Bang Bang Sauce, Taco Seasoning, or just season them with a traditional seasoning blend.

In less than 10 minutes these healthy delicious salmon bites are ready to eat! Air fryer salmon bites are easy to make and totally delicious!

How to make Air Fryer Salmon Bites with Asian inspired sauce:

**scroll down for full ingredients list and printable directions**

  • Prep the defrosted salmon by removing the skin and cutting them fillets into bite size pieces.
  • Using a small bowl, mix together all of the sauce/marinade ingredients.
  • Place the salmon into the bowl and gently toss to coat. Alternatively you can add the salmon and sauce to a zip lock bag to coat easily.
salmon marinating
  • Allow the salmon to marinate for at least 20-30 minutes in the fridge.
  • Using tongs, carefully place the the salmon bites one by one into the air fryer tray (do not dump the sauce into the air fryer). Close the air fryer and set at 400 degrees and 5 minutes.
cooking salmon in air fryer
  • While the salmon bites are cooking, make the glaze:
    • In a small sauce pot over medium/high heat, add the remainder of the marinade and bring to a quick boil. In a small cup or bowl, mix cornstarch and water.
    • Once the marinade is boiling add the cornstarch slurry and whisk to combine. Cook for 30 seconds or until thickened and remove from heat.
  • After 5 minutes, open the air fryer and gently shake the basket. Cook 1-3 more minutes or until the bites are cooked through and read 140 degrees F on an instant thermometer. Remove from the air fryer and serve immediately topped with glaze, sesame seeds, and green onions.
cooked salmon bites inside air fryer

Are salmon bites healthy?

YES! With only 331 calories per serving and a whopping 44 grams of protein, these salmon bites are healthy and delicious! They are also low carb with only 9 grams of carbs per serving. If you follow the weight watchers plan, these have 7 points per serving.

How to store salmon bites: Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.

How to reheat the bites: Add back to the air fryer and cook for 2-3 minutes at 350 degrees.

salmon bite in chopsticks

What to serve alongside the Asian salmon bites:

  • Make a batch of white rice, brown rice, cauliflower rice, or even Quinoa Fried Rice to serve with the salmon bites.
  • Copycat PF Chang's Spicy Green Beans are the perfect vegetable to serve alongside the bites.
  • Asian Glazed Brussels Sprouts are also saucy and delicious as a side dish!
  • Garlic Ginger Spinach can be served combined with the salmon bites for a big pop of flavor!
In less than 10 minutes these healthy delicious salmon bites are ready to eat! Air fryer salmon bites are easy to make and totally delicious!

What type of Air Fryer should I use for this recipe?

There are many Air Fryers to choose from, but I love my PowerXL Vortex Air fryer! Here are some other great options:

  • Instant Vortex Plus Air Fryer Oven, 6 Quart: 6-in-1, Broil, Roast, Dehydrate, Bake, Non-stick and Dishwasher-Safe Basket, Stainless Steel
  • COSORI Air Fryer 5.8QT - Large Hot Electric Oven Oilless Cooker with 8 Quick Setting Recommendation

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Air Fryer Salmon Bites
Prep Time
6 mins
Cook Time
7 mins
marinade
20 mins
Total Time
33 mins
 

In less than 10 minutes these healthy delicious salmon bites are ready to eat! Air fryer salmon bites are easy to make and totally delicious!

Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American, asian, seafood
Keyword: air fryer salmon bites
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 331 kcal
Ingredients
  • 4 salmon filets, skin removed and cut into bite sized pieces.
Marinade:
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 Tablespoon brown sugar
  • ⅓ cup reduced-sodium soy sauce
  • 1 knob fresh ginger, minced (about ½ TBS minced)
  • ½ teaspoon sriracha
For glaze:
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch
  • ¼ cup water
Garnishes:
  • 3 stalks green onions, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon sesame seeds
Instructions
  1. Using a small bowl, mix together all of the marinade ingredients.

  2. Place the salmon into the bowl and gently toss to coat. Alternatively you can add the salmon and sauce to a zip lock bag to coat easily. Marinade in the fridge for at least 20 minutes.

  3. Using tongs, carefully place the the salmon bites one by one into the air fryer tray (do not dump the marinade into the air fryer). Close the air fryer and set at 400 degrees and 5 minutes. RESERVE MARINADE.

  4. After 5 minutes, open the air fryer and gently shake the basket. Cook 1-3 more minutes or until the bites are cooked through and read 140 degrees F on an instant thermometer. Remove from the air fryer.

While the salmon is cooking, make the glaze:
  1. In a small sauce pot over medium/high heat, add the remainder of the marinade and bring to a quick boil. In a small cup or bowl, mix cornstarch and water.

  2. Once the marinade is boiling add the cornstarch slurry and whisk to combine. Cook for 30 seconds or until thickened and remove from heat.

To serve:
  1. Top with glaze, sesame seeds, and green onions.

Recipe Notes

I used 7 ounce salmon fillets for this recipe and nutritional information

Nutritional information per serving: 331 calories, 14g fat, 9g carbohydrates, 1g fiber, 5g sugar, 44g protein

To store salmon bites: Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.

To reheat the bites: Add back to the air fryer and cook for 2-3 minutes at 350 degrees.

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Comments

  1. eileen

    May 10, 2023 at 7:37 am

    If you just want to make the salmon, not in pieces would you do anything different

    Reply
    • Allyson

      May 11, 2023 at 12:31 pm

      The cooking time will be a little different - Set the air fryer to 400 degrees and 8 minutes. Depending on the size of your fillets, you may need another minute.

      Reply
  2. Diane

    May 10, 2023 at 3:18 pm

    I am unable to print the recipe. The print button doesn't seem to be working. Can you help?

    Reply
    • Allyson

      May 11, 2023 at 12:29 pm

      Do you have a popup blocker enabled? It looks to be working on my end, but it pops up in another window so your browser may be preventing that from happening.

      Reply
  3. Beth

    May 10, 2023 at 4:03 pm

    5 stars
    I love this combination of sweet and tangy flavors with the salmon. I think it would be perfect over rice.

    Reply
  4. Dana

    May 10, 2023 at 5:28 pm

    5 stars
    Wow! The flavor of these salmon bites is incredible! We loved the marinade so much. I love using the air fryer for easy dinners, and this recipe is a keeper!

    Reply
    • Allyson

      May 11, 2023 at 12:30 pm

      The air fryer is the best, right?!?!

      Reply
  5. Sarah Skaggs

    May 10, 2023 at 11:12 pm

    5 stars
    I loved how these were crispy on the outside! Sooo good!

    Reply
    • Allyson

      May 11, 2023 at 12:30 pm

      So tasty!

      Reply
  6. Catalina

    May 11, 2023 at 6:48 am

    5 stars
    I am drooling over this salmon! Love that it's made in the air fryer!

    Reply
  7. Erin | Dinners, Dishes and Dessert

    May 11, 2023 at 12:02 pm

    Look how tasty that is! Adding this to our family's weekend menu.

    Reply
  8. Sandra

    May 11, 2023 at 6:31 pm

    5 stars
    These were so good!! My family loved it! Perfect meal for busy nights!

    Reply
  9. Olivia

    May 11, 2023 at 10:26 pm

    5 stars
    This recipe is amazing! I love how easy the salmon was to cook in the air fryer and it turned out perfectly! Thank you for sharing

    Reply
    • Allyson

      May 12, 2023 at 12:20 pm

      So happy to hear you loved it!

      Reply
  10. Jacque Hastert

    May 23, 2023 at 5:27 pm

    5 stars
    These came out to perfection! I couldn't believe how quickly they were done and so tasty!

    Reply

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