Description
These Air Fryer Salmon Bites are a quick and flavorful seafood snack or appetizer, featuring tender, bite-sized pieces of salmon coated in a zesty lemon garlic butter sauce and perfectly cooked in the air fryer for a crispy exterior and juicy interior.
Ingredients
Salmon
- 1 pound skinless salmon filet, cut into 1-inch cubes
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Sauce
- 3 tablespoons melted butter
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
Instructions
- Season salmon: In a mixing bowl, add the cubed salmon and season with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper. Toss gently to ensure the seasoning is evenly distributed.
- Add sauce: To the same bowl, pour in the melted butter, lemon juice, and minced garlic. Toss everything together to coat the salmon pieces thoroughly with the lemon garlic butter sauce.
- Air fry salmon bites: Place a liner in the basket of the air fryer to prevent the sauce from dripping through. Add the salmon along with the sauce to the lined basket, making sure not to crowd the pieces. Air fry at 400°F (200°C) for 5 to 7 minutes. If needed, cook in batches. There is no need to shake the basket halfway through cooking.
- Serve them up: Serve the air-fried salmon bites immediately with your favorite sides, or use them as a topping on salads or macro bowls. Drizzle any remaining garlic lemon butter from the bowl over the salmon bites for extra flavor.
Notes
- Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket to ensure even cooking; cook in batches if necessary.
- Using a liner in the air fryer basket helps prevent the garlic lemon butter sauce from dripping through and creating a mess.
- These salmon bites can be served as a snack, appetizer, or added to salads and bowls for a protein boost.
- For crispier bites, you can increase air fry time by 1-2 minutes but be careful not to overcook the salmon as it can dry out.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
