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Ingredients Needed
This air fryer salmon bites recipe has the perfect mixture of sweet and savory. It marinates in an Asian-inspired sauce that is SO tasty! To find the exact measurements of ingredients, check out the recipe card at the bottom of the post.
- Skinless Salmon Filet: Atlantic, king, and sockeye salmon are the most common. Cut the salmon into 1-inch cubes.
- Salt and Pepper: Season to taste with salt and pepper.
- Soy Sauce: Low-sodium soy sauce, tamari, or coconut aminos are all great alternatives for soy sauce in this recipe.
- Honey: Add sweetness to balance out the flavors in the marinade.
- Garlic: Fresh minced garlic is best!
- Lemon: The juice of one lemon for acidity in the marinade. Lime would also be delicious!
How to Make Air Fryer Salmon Bites
Making these air fryer salmon bites could not be any easier! This fail-proof recipe will be your go-to recipe for a fast weeknight meal.
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- Cube and Season the Salmon: Cut the salmon filet into one-inch cubes and season with salt and black pepper.
- Mix the Marinade: In a medium-sized bowl add the soy sauce, honey, garlic, and lemon. Whisk together until smooth. Reserve 2 tablespoons of marinade to brush on the salmon during the cooking process.
- Marinate the Salmon Bites: Add the salmon cubes to the marinade then toss to coat them evenly. Marinate for 20 minutes.
- Cook in the Air Fryer: Place the marinated salmon bites in a single layer into the air fryer basket. Cook at 390 degrees Fahrenheit for 3 minutes. Open the air fryer and brush the reserved glaze on the salmon bites. Close the basket and cook for an additional 3 minutes. The internal temperature for salmon should be 125-130 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Serve: Enjoy the salmon over rice with a side of vegetables!
![Cooked in less than 10 minutes, these perfectly glazed honey garlic air fryer salmon bites are so delicious. This is such a quick dinner, you will never want to cook salmon any other way! First photo of the salmon cut into bite-sized pieces. Second photo of the marinade mixed in a glass bowl. Third photo of the salmon marinating in the marinade. Fourth photo of the salmon bites lined in the air fryer before cooking.](https://therecipecritic.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/air-fryer-salmon-bites-1-3-1200x800.jpg)
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