Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Air Fryer Salmon Bites, a quick and healthy dish that is perfect for any occasion. These tender morsels are coated in a sweet-spicy rub and air-fried to achieve a crispy exterior without excess oil. In just 18 minutes, you can enjoy these delectable bites as part of a weeknight dinner, an appetizer for gatherings, or even as part of a light lunch. Pair them with your favorite sides or serve them in tacos for a versatile dining experience that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 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
- Cut the salmon into uniform 1-inch cubes and place them in a mixing bowl.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the brown sugar, chili powder, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
- Preheat your air fryer to 380°F.
- Drizzle olive oil over the salmon cubes and toss gently to coat.
- Gradually sprinkle the seasoning mix over the salmon while tossing to ensure even coverage.
- Place salmon pieces in a single layer in the air fryer basket and cook for about 6-7 minutes until cooked through.
- Prep Time: 12 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-7 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 ounces (113g)
- Calories: 232
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 31g
- Cholesterol: 77mg