Description
These Air Fryer Salmon Bites are a quick and delicious appetizer or snack featuring tender, perfectly cooked salmon cubes seasoned with garlic, lemon, and butter. Using the air fryer ensures a crispy exterior while keeping the salmon juicy inside, making it a healthy and flavorful bite-sized treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Salmon Bites
- 1 pound skinless salmon filet, cut into 1-inch cubes
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Seasoning
- 3 tablespoons melted butter
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
Instructions
- Prepare the salmon: Cut the skinless salmon filet into 1-inch cubes to ensure even cooking and quick air frying.
- Season the salmon: In a mixing bowl, toss the salmon cubes with kosher salt, freshly ground black pepper, melted butter, lemon juice, and minced garlic until all pieces are well coated with the seasoning mixture.
- Preheat the air fryer: Set your air fryer to 400°F (204°C) and allow it to preheat for about 3-5 minutes for optimal cooking results.
- Cook the salmon bites: Place the seasoned salmon cubes in a single layer in the air fryer basket, making sure they aren’t overcrowded to allow hot air to circulate well. Cook for 8-10 minutes, shaking the basket or turning the bites halfway through the cooking time to ensure even crisping and doneness.
- Serve: Once the salmon bites have a crispy outside and are opaque inside, carefully remove them from the air fryer. Serve immediately as a delightful appetizer or snack, optionally garnished with fresh herbs or an extra squeeze of lemon.
Notes
- Ensure salmon cubes are of uniform size for even cooking.
- Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket to achieve the best crispiness.
- Use fresh lemon juice for the brightest flavor.
- Adjust cooking time slightly depending on the thickness of the salmon pieces and your air fryer’s wattage.
- For added flavor, consider sprinkling fresh dill or parsley before serving.
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