Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 pounds salmon fillets boneless, skinless, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon chili powder
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- Chili crisp oil (optional) for drizzling
- Toasted sesame seeds (optional) for garnish
- Sliced green onion (optional) for garnish
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the salmon pieces and drizzle with olive oil, tossing to coat evenly.
- In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, smoked paprika, chili powder, and brown sugar. Sprinkle this over the salmon and gently toss until evenly coated.
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
- Place the salmon bites in a single layer in the air fryer basket, ensuring they're not overcrowded. Cook in batches if necessary.
- Air fry for 8-10 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through, until the salmon is golden and cooked through.
- Remove the salmon bites and drizzle with chili crisp oil, if desired.
- Serve immediately, garnished with toasted sesame seeds and sliced green onions. Enjoy over rice, if desired.
Last Step:
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For added heat, include more chili powder or drizzle with extra chili oil.
Ensure not to overcrowd the air fryer basket for even cooking.
These salmon bites are versatile and can be served on salad or in wraps.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (approximately 4 oz)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg